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The World Health Organization (WHO) has prequalified the first self-test for hepatitis C virus (HCV), the OraQuick HCV self-test by OraSure Technologies. This advancement aimed to expand access to HCV testing and diagnosis, accelerating global efforts to eliminate hepatitis C. The self-test is an extension of the OraQuick® HCV Rapid Antibody Test, prequalified for professional use in 2017, and is designed for lay users. The WHO recommended HCV self-testing in 2021 to complement existing services, based on evidence of its effectiveness in increasing access and uptake, particularly among those less likely to test otherwise
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