Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
Blood collection at collection point
- After your order you receive instructions by email
- Make an appointment at a collection point near you
- Blood collection at 1,000+ locations across the Netherlands
- Receive your results digitally by email
What is Hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is an infectious liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus (HCV). It can cause both acute and chronic hepatitis, varying in severity from a mild illness lasting a few weeks to a severe, lifelong condition.
Why should you get tested for Hepatitis C?
Testing for Hepatitis C is important because many people with the virus do not experience symptoms until the liver is already damaged. Early detection can help prevent serious health problems resulting from long-term infection and can prevent the spread of the virus to others.
What does the test indicate?
A Hepatitis C test looks for antibodies against HCV in your blood, which indicates whether you have ever been infected with the virus. A positive test may be further investigated to determine if the infection is active.
What does a high Hepatitis C level mean?
A high level of Hepatitis C antibodies suggests a current or previous infection. In the case of an active infection, this means the virus is still present in your body and potentially damaging your liver.
What does a low Hepatitis C level mean?
A low or non-detectable level of Hepatitis C antibodies may mean that you are not infected with the virus, or that your body has cleared the virus, which sometimes occurs with an acute Hepatitis C infection.
Hepatitis C ab. (anti-HCV)
Frequently asked questions
Answers to what people usually want to know.
How does it work from order to result?
After ordering we generate a referral letter and email you the instructions. You pick a collection point yourself and book an appointment there. Blood is drawn at the location, processed at the lab, and your result arrives digitally.
How quickly can I get tested?
Usually very quickly. Collection points typically have slots within a few days, sometimes even same-day. It depends on how busy the location is. For a few specialist analyses we first ship collection materials, which takes a bit longer.
Do I need to book an appointment?
At most collection points yes. Some accept walk-ins. This is clearly indicated per location. You choose the location that works best for you.
