21st April 2024

A 29-year-old male who is an IV drug user undergoes screening tests for viral hepatitis

A 29-year-old male who is an IV drug user undergoes screening tests for viral hepatitis. Results show a positive anti-HCV antibody but negative HCV RNA. He is asymptomatic with normal liver function tests and normal liver imaging. On questioning, he reports last injecting drugs 2 months previously and that he had a full viral hepatitis screen 6 months ago, which was negative.

What is the most appropriate management option for this gentleman?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.