Hepatitis C Viral RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Plasma
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test is crucial for monitoring the effectiveness of therapy and the progression of Hepatitis C.
- Hepatitis C Viral RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR (Units/volume)
- Hepatitis C Viral RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR (Log units/volume)
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Details
Hepatitis C Viral RNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR - This test is crucial for monitoring the effectiveness of therapy and the progression of Hepatitis C. It measures the amount of Hepatitis C virus in the blood with a reportable range of 15 to 100,000,000 IU/mL (1.18-8.00 log IU/mL), helping doctors understand how well treatment is working or how the disease is evolving.
What patients is this test right for?
This test is typically ordered for individuals diagnosed with Hepatitis C to monitor their treatment progress or to track the disease's progression.
What type of sample is required for this test?
A 3 mL plasma sample is needed, which is collected and separated from an EDTA (lavender-top) tube. Proper collection of the sample is crucial for accurate results.
Test Resources http://education.questdiagnostics.com/faq/FAQ22v1
2–5 business days
HCV RNA, QN, Real-Time PCR Not detected Log IU/mL
HCV RNA, QN, Real-Time PCR Not detected IU/mL
HCV RNA, QN, Real-Time PCR Not detected IU/mL
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 3 mL plasma collected and separated from an EDTA (lavender-top) tube
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 1 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Transport tube
- Transport Temperature: Refrigerated (Cold Packs)
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 72 hours
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 84 days
- Reject Criteria:
- Whole blood samples >24 hours old • Frozen whole blood
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
