Immunoassays for anti-HCV antibodies

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C435S069700, C435S328000, C530S350000

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ABSTRACT:
HCV immunoassays comprising an NS3/4a conformational epitope and a multiple epitope fusion antigen are provided, as well as immunoassay solid supports for use with the immunoassays.

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