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Can A Regular Blood Test Detect HIV Or Hepatitis-C?

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Posted on Tue, 12 Sep 2017
Question: should I have a blood test for hep C and HIV? I am 69 year old female, breast cancer survivor severe osteoporosis. my brother recently diagnosed with hep c due to transfusion as newborn and liver issues due to alcohol. I have had 3 sexual partners, one for 17 years, one for 30 years and a new relationship. I do not feel that I need either. thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Get it routinely

Detailed Answer:
Welcome to Healthcaremagic.
Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern.
The mode of transmission of hepatitis c and HIV are sexual contact with an infected person or exposure to blood or body fluids contaminated with the virus.

So, it is a wise idea to get yourself tested routinely since you are sexually active.
Timely detection of a disease can help in timely cure.

This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me.
Stay Healthy.
Dr Anshul Varshney , MD
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thank you for the timely response. I will discuss with my Dr. XXXXXXX XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Anshul Varshney (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Good Luck.

Detailed Answer:
Take Care.
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Can A Regular Blood Test Detect HIV Or Hepatitis-C?

Brief Answer: Get it routinely Detailed Answer: Welcome to Healthcaremagic. Hi, I am Dr Anshul Varshney , I have read your query in detail , I understand your concern. The mode of transmission of hepatitis c and HIV are sexual contact with an infected person or exposure to blood or body fluids contaminated with the virus. So, it is a wise idea to get yourself tested routinely since you are sexually active. Timely detection of a disease can help in timely cure. This is my personal opinion based on details available here. If you still have any other query, you may please ask me. Stay Healthy. Dr Anshul Varshney , MD