If you think you may have been exposed to hepatitis, ask your doctor for advice on whether you should be tested. A simple blood test will indicate whether you’ve been infected at any time in the past. A positive result will not necessarily mean you still have the virus: your body may have cleared it. You’ll need more tests to determine whether you’re still infected. A doctor or nurse will give you information and advice before you decide to take the test and after the test has been carried out. This will give you the opportunity to ask any questions and ensure you have all the relevant information.
If the test is positive you’ll usually be referred to a specialist who’ll carry out further tests to see if you’re still infected with the virus. If the test is negative, that means you’re not currently infected with hepatitis.
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