Infectious Disease
HCV Rapid Test
Detects Hepatitis C antibodies. colloidal-gold. Specimen: WB / S / P.
| Target / Analyte | Hepatitis C antibodies |
|---|---|
| Disease / Indication | Hepatitis C |
| Series | Infectious Disease |
| Method | colloidal-gold |
| Specimen | WB / S / P |
| Regulatory | Non-CE / registration in progress |
| OEM/ODM | Available — private label & custom panel |
Direct Answer
This rapid test detects Hepatitis C antibodies in WB / S / P to support Hepatitis C. It is a colloidal-gold screening test — a reactive result is presumptive and should be confirmed per the intended use.
Intended Use
Detection of antibodies to Hepatitis C virus.
Clinical Context
Anti-HCV indicates exposure (current or past infection). Standard first-line screen; active infection is confirmed by HCV RNA.
Test Principle
Colloidal-gold immunochromatography (lateral flow). The device captures the target analyte (antigen or antibody) on a membrane via labeled antibodies, producing a visible test line within minutes. Qualitative or semi-quantitative, intended as a screening/triage aid — not a replacement for confirmatory laboratory testing.
Limitations
A positive antibody result does not confirm active infection — reflex to HCV RNA is required.
Procurement
Specimen: whole blood / serum / plasma. Format: cassette / strip. Registration in progress.
Interpretation
| Result | Lines | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Positive | Test + control line | Target detected (presumptive positive) |
| Negative | Control line only | Below cut-off / not detected |
| Invalid | No control line | Repeat with a new device |
Documentation & quotation — datasheet, IFU, MOQ and OEM/ODM options on request.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-12