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Hepatitis C RNA Test in California

Hepatitis C RNA Test is a laboratory test you can request directly. This test detects the presence of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) genetic material in your blood, offering early detection and confirmation of an active infection.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$239
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

The Hepatitis C RNA test, also known as a nucleic acid test (NAAT), identifies the virus's genetic material (RNA). This test is highly sensitive and can detect the virus early in an infection.

What it measures

  • Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) RNA — detects the genetic material of the Hepatitis C virus

What the test involves

This test is performed on a blood sample. A healthcare professional will draw blood from a vein in your arm using a needle.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test to diagnose an active Hepatitis C infection or to confirm a previous positive screening result. It is also used to monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

Preparation

Follow any specific instructions provided by the laboratory for sample collection. Generally, no special preparation is needed for this test.

How results are reported

Results are typically available within a few business days and will indicate whether Hepatitis C RNA was detected. Reference ranges, if provided, are specific to the laboratory performing the test.

Before you go

  • Turnaround time
  • Specimen collection requirements
  • If fasting is required

Cities

Hepatitis C RNA Test in California communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Los Angeles12,121,244Hepatitis C RNA TestSan Francisco3,290,197Hepatitis C RNA TestSan Diego3,084,174Hepatitis C RNA TestRiverside2,022,285Hepatitis C RNA TestSacramento1,924,167Hepatitis C RNA TestSan Jose1,729,879Hepatitis C RNA TestFresno719,558Hepatitis C RNA TestConcord640,270Hepatitis C RNA TestBakersfield590,845Hepatitis C RNA TestMission Viejo588,540Hepatitis C RNA TestMurrieta509,526Hepatitis C RNA TestLong Beach466,565Hepatitis C RNA TestOakland437,548Hepatitis C RNA TestStockton406,822Hepatitis C RNA TestVictorville389,060Hepatitis C RNA TestModesto382,994Hepatitis C RNA TestLancaster381,732Hepatitis C RNA TestOxnard366,330Hepatitis C RNA TestIndio361,831Hepatitis C RNA TestAnaheim348,204Hepatitis C RNA TestAntioch322,796Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Rosa314,196Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Ana313,818Hepatitis C RNA TestIrvine297,868Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Clarita275,230Hepatitis C RNA TestChula Vista274,818Hepatitis C RNA TestVisalia249,804Hepatitis C RNA TestFremont231,502Hepatitis C RNA TestSan Bernardino220,821Hepatitis C RNA TestThousand Oaks211,045Hepatitis C RNA TestMoreno Valley208,371Hepatitis C RNA TestFontana208,087Hepatitis C RNA TestSalinas199,290Hepatitis C RNA TestHuntington Beach198,735Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Barbara198,240Hepatitis C RNA TestGlendale196,512Hepatitis C RNA TestHemet191,170Hepatitis C RNA TestVallejo181,882Hepatitis C RNA TestElk Grove175,510Hepatitis C RNA TestOntario175,223Hepatitis C RNA TestOceanside174,461Hepatitis C RNA TestRancho Cucamonga173,946Hepatitis C RNA TestGarden Grove172,708Hepatitis C RNA TestPalmdale167,987Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Cruz165,933Hepatitis C RNA TestHayward162,254Hepatitis C RNA TestCorona157,844Hepatitis C RNA TestMerced157,617Hepatitis C RNA TestSunnyvale155,550Hepatitis C RNA TestPomona151,592Hepatitis C RNA TestEscondido151,443Hepatitis C RNA TestTorrance147,156Hepatitis C RNA TestRoseville145,687Hepatitis C RNA TestFairfield145,163Hepatitis C RNA TestFullerton142,964Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Maria142,230Hepatitis C RNA TestOrange139,195Hepatitis C RNA TestPasadena138,771Hepatitis C RNA TestYuba City129,536Hepatitis C RNA TestSanta Clara127,922Hepatitis C RNA Test