What is hepatitis C antibody?
Disease description:
My father is 49 years old. In the past six months, he has had poor appetite and yellowing of the eyes. The doctor recommended testing for hepatitis C antibody. What is hepatitis C antibody?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Hepatitis C virus (HCV) antibodies are produced by the body's immune cells in response to HCV infection. When the body is infected with hepatitis C, the immune system is activated, prompting certain cells to secrete antibodies against the virus. The presence of these antibodies indicates that the body has been infected with hepatitis C, and it is important to promptly visit a hospital for liver function tests and timely treatment.
