About Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is a viral liver infection. Many people have no symptoms but chronic infection can damage the liver if untreated.
Hepatitis C symptoms
- often no symptoms
- fatigue
- jaundice
- dark urine
- abdominal discomfort
Common causes of Hepatitis C
- unsafe injections
- blood exposure
- shared razors
- unsterilized instruments
Hepatitis C treatment options
- Consult a specialist for HCV antibody positive or PCR positive results. Treatment is effective but must be supervised.
Safe home care for Hepatitis C
- avoid alcohol
- do not share blades
- follow specialist treatment
Emergency signs for Hepatitis C
- difficulty breathing
- chest pain
- confusion or fainting
- severe dehydration
- blood in vomit, stool, urine, or sputum
- severe abdominal pain
- high fever that does not improve
- symptoms in pregnancy, infants, elderly patients, or immunocompromised patients
Medicines related to Hepatitis C
Ask a qualified doctor or pharmacist before using medicines for Hepatitis C.
Lab tests for Hepatitis C
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Vitamin D
Vitamin D level.
From Rs. 2,880
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Thyroid Profile
TSH, T3 and T4 thyroid function panel.
From Rs. 2,250
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Lipid Profile
Cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, LDL and risk ratios.
From Rs. 1,620
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Liver Function Test (LFT)
ALT, AST, bilirubin, ALP, GGT and protein profile.
From Rs. 1,440
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HbA1c
Three month average blood sugar control.
From Rs. 1,080
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
CBC, hemoglobin, WBC, platelets and blood indices.
From Rs. 449
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Methemoglobin
Methemoglobin level test.
From Rs. 4,050
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Carboxyhemoglobin
Carbon monoxide exposure marker.
From Rs. 4,050