What are the hepatitis C genotypes?
HCV genotype worldwide is genotype 1, which accounts for 40%-80% of all isolates. Genotype 1 also may be associated with more severe liver disease and a higher risk of hepatocellular carcinoma. Genotypes 1a and 1b are prevalent in the United States, whereas in other countries, genotype 1a is less frequent.
Infection of liver cells caused by the virus hepatitis C . Hep C is an RNA virus spread by coming in contact with infected blood. It can also be spread by sexual contact and vertical transmission to the baby is also present. It presents as a flu-like symptoms like malaise. Hep C has an 85% chance of developing into a chronic infection. Hepatitis C has 11 genotypes. Genotypes 1-3 are the most encountered. Genotype 1a and 1b accounts for 60% of disease.
