Test ID: GHCV
Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) Genotype After Amplification, Serum
Secondary ID 
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
84434
Useful For Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Guiding duration of therapy in patients with chronic hepatitis C
Predicting likelihood of successful anti-hepatitis C virus therapy
Profile Information A profile is a group of laboratory tests that are ordered and performed together under a single Mayo Test ID. Profile information lists the test performed, inclusive of the test fee, when a profile is ordered and includes reporting names and individual availability.
| Test ID | Secondary ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HCAMP | 81617 | Hepatitis C Amplification, RT-PCR | No | Yes |
| HCVG | 81618 | Hepatitis C Genotyping | No | No |
Testing Algorithm Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If hepatitis C amplification is negative, then HCVG/81618 Hepatitis C Genotype is not performed.
The following algorithms are available in Special Instructions:
-Recommended Approach to the Diagnosis of Hepatitis C
-Alternative Approaches to the Diagnosis of Hepatitis C
-Chronic Hepatitis C Treatment Algorithm: Combined Pegylated Interferon and Ribavarin Therapy
-Chronic Hepatitis C Treatment Algorithm: HCV Genotype 1 with Telaprevir-containing Combination Therapy
Special Instructions and Forms Describes specimen collection and preparation information, test algorithms, and other information pertinent to test. Also includes pertinent information and consent forms to be used when requesting a particular test
- Recommended Approach to the Diagnosis of Hepatitis C
- Chronic Hepatitis C Treatment Monitoring Algorithm: Combined Pegylated Interferon and Ribavarin Therapy.
- Alternative Approaches to the Diagnosis of Hepatitis C
- Chronic Hepatitis C Treatment Algorithm: HCV Genotype 1 with Telaprevir-containing Combination Therapy
Method Name A short description of the method used to perform the test
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Followed by DNA Sequencing
(PCR is utilized pursuant to a license agreement with Roche Molecular Systems, Inc.)
Reporting Name A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
HCV Genotype After Amplification, S
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