ARCHITECT HCV Ag is a Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay (CMIA) using microparticles coated with monoclonal anti-HCV for the detection of HCV Ag. HCV Ag assays are used as an aid in the diagnosis of suspected Hepatitis C viral (HCV) infection and to monitor the status of infected individuals, i.e., whether the patient’s infection has resolved or the patient has become a chronic carrier of the virus. For the diagnosis of acute or chronic hepatitis, HCV Ag reactivity should be correlated with patient history and the presence of other Hepatitis C serological markers.
Preparation of Patient: There is no special physical preparation for the Hepatitis C Ag test.