Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a rapid test that quickly detects hepatitis C, but insurance ...

Scientists at Northwestern University have developed the fastest test yet for diagnosing hepatitis C virus (HCV). The highly accurate diagnostic delivers results to patients in just 15 minutes—up to ...

A new rapid test for hepatitis C could help identify many more patients who could be cured of the deadly disease, but its use may be limited unless insurers' reimbursement rises to cover its high cost ...

Northwestern scientists have created the fastest-ever hepatitis C diagnostic, delivering accurate results in only 15 minutes. The test uses the DASH rapid PCR system, originally developed for COVID, ...

This faster polymerase chain test (PCR) allows same-day diagnosis and prompt treatment for the people affected with liver disease. This expeditious assessment aims to prevent costly and ruinous ...

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends screening for exposure with HCV antibody (anti-HCV) and follow-up with HCV-RNA testing. About 70% to 86% of patients with positive results of anti-HCV ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . The proportion of people cleared or cured of HCV by state ranged from 10% to 51%. The findings could help ...

Chronic hepatitis C infection affects an estimated 50 million people globally, causes approximately 242,000 deaths per year mostly due to cirrhosis and liver cancer Same-day results will help ...