Hepatitis C Test

For the Hepatitis C Test we analyze:

Hepatitis C 

Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis C Virus (HCV). HCV is more commonly transmitted through needles or blood exposure and only rarely spread through sexual intercourse. The infection is usually asymptomatic. When symptoms do occur, they can include fatigue, nausea, muscle aches or jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes). For some people, Hepatitis C is a short-term illness but for 70%-85% of people who become infected, Hepatitis C becomes a long-term, chronic infection. Chronic Hepatitis C is a serious disease that can result in long-term health problems, even death.  

• - fever

• - fatigue and headache

• - swollen lymph nodes

• - joint and muscle pain

• - sore throat

• - night sweats

Blood Spot

Please note the following guidelines regarding the blood collection – the correct collection is important for achieving unaltered laboratory results! Do not forget to label your blood collection card! Hydration promotes blood flow. Be sure you are not dehydrated when performing collection. Do not perform collection immediately after smoking. Keep blood card and hands below your heart during collection for best blood flow.

Safety Precaution

Keep this kit out of the reach of children. Do not use without the presence of another person if you have problems with seeing blood. Do not use without consulting your doctor or practitioner if you have a history of congenital or acquired blood-clotting disorder or if you use certain anticoagulant treatment.

During the sample collection 

1. Wash your hands with warm water for at least 30 sec, then shake hands vigorously for 15 sec towards the floor. 

2. Clean fingertip of the middle or ring finger your non-dominant hand with alcohol pad.

3. Take the single use lancet and twist off the cap. 

4. Place your hand on a solid surface and press the lancet firmly into the side of your fingertip, until the needle ejects with a click.

5. As blood drop is ready to fall, touch the drop to the center of the circle – without touching the blood collection paper with your finger.

6. Fill each circle on the blood collection paper completely. 

7. More than one drop of blood will be required to fill each circle. Blood should soak all the way through each circle of the paper. It is okay for blood to extend a little beyond lines.

8. Allow blood card to air for at least 10 minutes. Do not heat or blow dry! 

9. Place blood card into biohazard bag with the desicant pack. Ensure biohazard bag is properly sealed. 

10. For shipping, place everything together with the sample dispatch note in the grey plastic envelope.

Questions about the order

• Which test should I order?
• Can I also order by phone?
• How long does it take for my order to arrive?
• I have not received an order confirmation.
• My package did not arrive or my order was not completely delivered.
• I want to cancel my order.

Questions about sample submission & findings

• How long will it take to receive my findings?
• How do I get my findings?
• Can I get advice for my test result? Can you tell me what remedy to take?
• I forgot to put the sample dispatch note in the package when sending the sample back.
• I take medication. Can this affect the outcome?

Questions about STD testing

• Why should I get tested?
• How frequently shoud I get tested?
• Can I get the same STD multiple times?

• Who will have access to my results?
• If I test positive for an STD, what should I do?
• Is the shipping and packaging discreet?

Which test should I order?

To find the right test for you, click through our additional product information covered in the categories <Details>, <Symptoms> and <Test includes>. You can also call us at (703) 722 6067 (08:00am - 11:30am EST) or write an email to contact@verisana.com.

Can I also order by phone?

Yes. Please call us at (703) 722 6067 (08:00am - 11:30am EST). The payment in this case is only possible via Paypal. We take your order and you will receive the payment request by mail.

How long does it take for my order to arrive?

We process orders on a daily basis (apart from weekends and public holidays). You have the possibility to choose between two shipping options: free standard shipping and two day shipping.

The standard shipping option is for free and you will receive your order in 5-7 days. The two day shipping option is only for free when your purchase amount is higher than 100 $, if this is not the case you will have to pay an additional amount of 5 $. Regardless of the purchase amount you will receive your order in 2 days if you have chosen the two day shipping option.

I have not received an order confirmation.

Please contact us to check if your order was registered. We will gladly send you the confirmation again.

My package did not arrive or my order was not completely delivered.

Please contact our customer service team at (703) 722 6067 (08:00am - 11:30am EST) or write an email to contact@verisana.com.

I want to cancel my order. 

The withdrawal period from the purchase of all our items is 2 weeks from the receipt of the goods. Please inform us via mail about the desired cancellation and note the following information:  Laboratory analyzes can only be canceled if the analysis has not yet been carried out. 

How long will it take to receive my findings?

From the day the sample arrives in our laboratory, it takes:

- saliva tests 2 weeks 
- stool tests 2-3 weeks
- STD tests 3-4 weeks 

until the findings are completed.

If you have not received your report after this deadline, please contact us. Please understand that we can not speed up the processing of your sample.

How do I get my findings?

You will receive your findings via mail.

Can I get advice for my test result? Can you tell me what remedy to take?

For legal reasons, our findings do not include individualized therapy recommendations. 

If you have any questions regarding the understanding of your findings, please contact our laboratory team.

I forgot to put the sample dispatch note in the package when sending the sample back.

Please send us the completed and signed dispatch note, preferably by mail to contact@verisana.com. Unfortunately, we can not complete your sample without a dispatch note.

I take medication. Can this affect the outcome?

That depends on the test you want to carry out and the medications you are taking. In case of doubt, please ask your doctor regarding the areas that are influenced by the medication prescribed by him and do not stop taking your medication without consulting him.

Why should I get tested?

If you are sexually active, it is recommended to get tested at minimum once a year for your own and your partner’s safety and sexual health. Every year in the United States, there are around 19.7 million new STD infections. Without knowing it, many people can have an STD without experiencing symptoms.

Getting tested regularly helps to prevent infection that could harm you if left undiagnosed and untreated. Preventing the spread of STDs is everybody’s responsibility and knowing your status is a way to do your part while also keeping yourself healthy.

How frequently shoud I get tested?

Anyone who is sexually active should get tested for STDs on a regular basis. The frequency of testing is dependent on how active you are and if you are currently outside of a monogamous relationship. The CDC recommends testing every 3-12 months depending on risk category. A yearly STD test is the minimum responsible frequency and testing should be done more if you engage in unprotected sex with a new partner.

Can I get the same STD multiple times?

Even if you have had an STD before, you are not immune. Bacterial STDs can be treated and cured, but can be contracted again upon exposure. Most viral STDs are incurable and will stay in your system for life. However, they can be controlled with proper medication and treatment.

Who will have access to my results?

We take customer privacy very seriously. Only you will have access to your results and we will not share your results with any third party. All samples are disposed of following analysis.

If I test positive for an STD, what should I do?

After you get tested, it’s important for you to find out the result of your test so that you can talk to a doctor about treatment options if one or several of the tested STDs were detected. For bacterial STDs (e.g. Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis) you will want to begin a doctor-prescribed treatment immediately. For viral STDs (e.g. HIV) you will want to figure out with your doctor how to best manage the infection along with its associated symptoms. With proper care and management of the infection, you can still enjoy a long and sexual life. 

Is the shipping and packaging discreet?

We understand the importance of being able to test yourself for STDs in the privacy of your own home. Thus, the package you receive will have no identifiable information or visuals.

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