Who should get tested?

If you've never been tested, you can ask for a one-time hepatitis C test as part of your routine healthcare, regardless of risk factors. 

Regular testing is recommended for people who may come into contact with the hepatitis C virus. If you think you may been exposed, ask for a test at least once a year.

Are some people at higher risk? 

Anyone can get hepatitis C, but some people are at higher risk.  This includes:

• Immigrants and newcomers
• People who have used injectable drugs, even once
• First Nations, Métis and Inuit
• People who have experienced incarceration
• Gay, bisexual, and men who have sex with other men
• People born to a person living with hepatitis C
• People who have had unprotected sexual contact with someone living with hepatitis C
• People living with HIV

Where to get a hepatitis C test

If you are ready, you can access testing by:

• Using the OceanMD referral platform to request a free, confidential test. Forms are for us in Ontario only.
• Asking your primary care provider
• Contacting your local Public Health Unit
• Contacting your local Community Health Centre
• Contacting one of the Ontario Hepatitis C Teams
• Searching the WhereTo directory
• Visiting a Sexual Health Clinic
• Through GetAKit.ca, (in partnership with participating Public Health Units)