Understanding Your Hepatitis C Treatment Response
If you’re facing hepatitis C treatment, you deserve to know how your body will respond before starting medication. The Interleukin 28B Genotyping Test provides this crucial insight, helping you and your doctor make informed decisions about your treatment journey.
What This Test Reveals About Your Health
This advanced genetic test examines two specific markers in your IL28B gene that play a vital role in determining how effectively your body will respond to hepatitis C treatment. By understanding your genetic profile, we can predict whether you’re likely to achieve sustained virological response (SVR) – the medical term for being cured of hepatitis C.
Who Should Consider This Important Test?
This test is particularly valuable if you:
- Have been diagnosed with chronic hepatitis C
- Are considering starting hepatitis C treatment
- Want to understand your likelihood of treatment success
- Have previously experienced treatment failure
- Want to avoid unnecessary medication side effects
Why Genetic Testing Matters for Hepatitis C Treatment
Knowing your IL28B genotype can significantly impact your treatment experience. Patients with favourable genetic profiles often achieve better treatment outcomes with shorter therapy durations. This means potentially fewer side effects, lower treatment costs, and higher chances of complete recovery. For those with less favourable genotypes, your doctor can prepare alternative treatment strategies or adjust medication dosages accordingly.
Understanding Your Test Results
Your results will clearly indicate whether you have a CC, CT, or TT genotype for the rs12979860 marker, and GG, GT, or TT for rs8099917. Don’t worry about understanding the technical details – our medical team will explain what your specific results mean for your treatment plan in simple, understandable terms.
Transparent Pricing – No Hidden Costs
| Test Option | Price | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Regular Price | ZAR 3,700 | Comprehensive genetic analysis |
| Special Price | ZAR 2,500 | Save ZAR 1,200 |
Nationwide Access to Quality Healthcare
We’re proud to offer this essential test throughout South Africa, with convenient collection points in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, and major centres nationwide. Our network of professional healthcare providers ensures you receive the same high-quality service wherever you are.
Take Control of Your Hepatitis C Treatment Today
Don’t leave your treatment success to chance. By understanding your genetic predisposition, you empower yourself and your healthcare team to make the best decisions for your health. Our simple blood test requires no special preparation, and you’ll receive your results within 2-4 days.
Book your Interleukin 28B Genotyping Test now for only ZAR 2,500 and take the first step toward personalised hepatitis C treatment. Our caring medical team is ready to support you through this important health decision.
