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1 A hepatitis C virus test. 2  This is a blood test that looks for antibodies against the hepatitis C virus. 3  It shows whether you have been exposed to the virus. 4  A rapid test is available that gives results in 20 minutes. 5  A blood test that looks for the genetic material (RNA) of the hepatitis C virus.
The HCV RNA qualitative test can tell the difference between past and current infections. This test measures the amount of virus in your blood. A third test, viral genotyping, can zero in on the specific HCV in your body. There are several different types of HCV. Knowing the specific form of HCV you have is important because the type factors into decisions regarding the treatment most likely to work for you.