Hepatitis C is a bloodborne infection, and may result from exposure to blood or body fluids that contain the hepatitis C virus. Approximately 3.9 million Americans are infected with hepatitis C. Currently, hepatitis C is responsible for an estimated 8,000-10,000 deaths annually from chronic liver disease. Hepatitis C is the leading cause for liver transplant and the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. Comparatively, hepatitis C is five times more prevalent than HIV. The Home Access® Hepatitis C test system is fast, convenient, accurate, and easy-to- use. (more…)
March 4, 2009
February 4, 2009
Health care : “Home Access Hepatitis C Check 1 ea”
The following is the important information about Hepatitis C. This is the disease information that you must know.
American Liver Foundation encourages people who may have hepatitis C to be tested.
What is Hepatitis C?
Hepatitis C is a liver disease caused by the hepatitis C virus. If left undetected, hepatitis C can lead to serious medical complications. Even while a person feels healthy, the virus may be causing permanent liver damage leading to scarring (cirrhosis), liver cancer, liver failure or death. (more…)
