Serological studies
Through them, the correct diagnosis is made in cases of suspected viral hepatitis. They look for specific protective proteins in the patient’s blood (antibodies) directed against a specific virus; usually, when viral hepatitis is suspected in an otherwise healthy person, antibodies against hepatitis A, B and C viruses are tested. Especially in cases with suspected hepatitis C, two types of serological tests are applied: those that detect specific viral particles in the blood; those that de...