Ovarian progesterone: Progesterone (ovarian) and dhea are the precursors for more specialized steroid hormones, including cortisol, aldosterone, estrogen and testosterone. Taking synthetic progesterone, progestin, will not increase the level of these hormones.
This test is called a hepatitis C viral load test (or RNA test). If this test is positive, you have chronic hepatitis C, and you may eventually have health problems from the virus. You do not need a liver biopsy to determine if you have hepatitis C. For more details about these tests, go to Understanding Lab Tests. Getting Tested: Entire Lesson.
Hepatitis is tested through the blood drawn either from the inside of the elbow or the outside of the patient's hand once the the site has been cleaned with antiseptic. A medical professional or phlebotomist inserts the needle into the vein and drawn blood collects inside an airtight tube.