Viral Hepatitis

Hepatitis C is a liver infection caused by the Hepatitis C virus (HCV). Hepatitis C is a blood-borne virus. Today, most people become infected with the Hepatitis C virus by sharing needles or other equipment to inject drugs. For some people, hepatitis C is a short-term illness but for 70%–85% of people who become infected with Hepatitis C, it becomes a long-term, chronic infection. Chronic Hepatitis C is a serious disease than can result in long-term health problems, even death. The majority of infected persons might not be aware of their infection because they are not clinically ill. There is no vaccine for Hepatitis C. The best way to prevent Hepatitis C is by avoiding behaviors that can spread the disease, especially injecting drugs.

CDC Testing Recommendations

CDC testing recommendations for hepatitis C virus infection

Screening & Medical Management

Clinical Guidelines
Occupational Exposure
Diagnostic Tools

Laboratory Testing

Online Serology Training – A-E
HCV Testing Algorithm
HCV Interpretation Chart

Statistics & Surveillance

Surveillance for acute cases
Health Care Related Outbreaks
Guidelines & Forms
Disease Burden

Professional Resources

Tools & Resources
Major Guidelines

Patient Education Resources

CDC Materials
Know More Hepatitis Campaign
Federal Links