possible hep c exposure

[nic500]

I was at work and used a box cutter of a co-worker about 3 weeks ago and I found out yesterday that he has hep c.  Im concerned i might have cut my finger on his box cutter when i used it because i have cut my finger many of times on box cutters.  Should i be concerned and should i test?  If i should test when should i do it?
Thank you

[flyinlynn]

You can ask any doctor for the test your regular general practicioner or a gastroenterologist

[nic500]

I have a good Gastro doctor, would he be a good type of doctor to talk to?

[flyinlynn]

Here is some info I found on a web search for hepatitis c testing Kansas City MO

http://harmreduction.org/connect-locally/missouri/

Good luck

[nic500]

HCV RNA,  where could i take this test at without  going through health insurance?  Is there a online source i can go to and that is not to much?

[tigre1978]

Go tell your doctor and get a test. I wouldn't be concerned but be cautious. Its pretty hard to get the virus outside of drug use, tattoos and transfusions- blood to blood direct exposure is necessary but it is advised that people with Hep C don't share razors and toothbrushes with anyone else so a box cutter that you both may have bled on could potentially do it. The virus can live for up to 4 days outside of the body.

You can get tested now. HCV RNA can be detected 1-2 weeks after exposure.