Test Directory

• HCV Viral Load, IU/mL
• HCV Viral Load, log IU/mL
• HCV Genotypes 1a, 1b, 2a/c, 2b, 3, 4, 5, 6

This test is intended for use as an aid in the management of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infected patients undergoing anti-viral therapy. The assay can be used to measure HCV RNA levels at baseline, during treatment, at the end of treatment, and at the end of follow up of treatment to determine sustained or non-sustained viral response.

A detected viral load will be followed by virus genotyping to aid in antiviral treatment.

Preferred Specimen Type: Plasma

Alternate Specimen Type: Serum

Preferred Collection Container:  White Top, PPT Plasma Preparation Tube

Alternate Collection Container: Lavender Top (EDTA); Gold Top, Serum Separator

Desired Specimen Volume:  4 mL

Minimum Acceptable Volume:  2 mL

1. Within 24 hours of collection, centrifuge for 10 min <1300 rcf.
2. For Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes, aliquot plasma into a sterile plastic tube.
3. For White Top PPT tubes and Gold Top, Serum Separator tubes, do not aliquot.

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated.

• Any specimen with leakage on the outside of the container will be rejected. Ensure the lid is tightly closed.
• Any specimen shared with another laboratory test will be rejected.
• Any specimen collected in an outdated collection tube will be rejected.

HCV Virus Not Detected

Technical Range of Assay

15 - 1.0 x 100,000,000 IU/mL

1.18 - 8.00 log IU/mL

• HCV DNA Quantitative by PCR and HCV Genotype
• Hepatitis C Viral Load and HCV Genotype
• HCV Viral Load and HCV Genotype