How access to new hepatitis C test could come down to insurance reimbursement

Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a rapid test that quickly detects hepatitis C, but insurance ...
Medical Xpress

New 15-minute hepatitis C test paves the way for same-day treatment

Scientists at Northwestern University have developed the fastest test yet for diagnosing hepatitis C virus (HCV). The highly accurate diagnostic delivers results to patients in just 15 minutes—up to ...

Costs pose hurdle for promising new hepatitis C lab test

A new rapid test for hepatitis C could help identify many more patients who could be cured of the deadly disease, but its use may be limited unless insurers' reimbursement rises to cover its high cost ...
New Atlas

15-minute hep-C test makes same-day treatment possible

Hepatitis C is a tiny virus with a significant impact. It's a small RNA virus that spreads through the blood and infects the liver. Even though today's medicines can cure it, hepatitis C remains a ...
The Grand Junction Daily Sentinel

New 15-Minute Test For Hepatitis C Paves Way For Same-Day Treatment

FRIDAY, Dec. 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — People could learn within 15 minutes whether they are infected with hepatitis C, thanks to a rapid test developed by Northwestern University. The test will ...