Transforming Hepatitis C Care: The Role of Rapid Diagnostics

A 15-minute rapid HCV test developed at Northwestern University enables same-day diagnosis and immediate treatment initiation, reporting 100% agreement with standard commercial PCR platforms in validation studies.

The test was developed with the DASH® PCR platform that Northwestern University researchers previously developed for COVID-19 testing.

Validation performed at Northwestern University and by independent collaborators confirmed concordant results with commercial PCR assays across both analytical and clinical performance measures. The rapid turnaround compresses the window for action, creating clear opportunities to treat at the point of care.