IMPROVED METHOD OF DETECTION OF HCV ANTIBODIES IN COMBINATION ASSAY OR SOLE ANTIBODY ASSAY

摘要

The subject invention relates to methods for the simultaneous detection of Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) antigens as well as antibodies produced in response to HCV antigens. Such methods may be carried out in the presence of a diluent comprising a reductant or lacking a reductant. Furthermore, the performance of such methods may be maximized by altering such variables as the nature of the antigen coated on the solid phase, temperature application and time.