Module 11: Integrated Testing for HIV and HCV
Completion requirements
Module 11: Integrated Testing for HIV and HCV
Module 11: Integrated Testing for HIV and HCV, Screen 9 of 15
What Does “Nonreactive” HCV Result Mean?
A “nonreactive” result on a hepatitis C antibody screening test means that antibodies were not detected in the blood sample—similar to a “negative” result on an HIV antibody test. This usually means:
What Does “Nonreactive” HCV Result Mean?
A “nonreactive” result on a hepatitis C antibody screening test means that antibodies were not detected in the blood sample—similar to a “negative” result on an HIV antibody test. This usually means:
- The client is not infected with hepatitis C
OR
- The client is infected but is still in the window period. In other words, not enough time has passed for the body to produce detectable antibodies