Does a regular cbc blood test show up hep c?

A regular Complete Blood Count (CBC) test does not specifically test for hepatitis C. The CBC measures various components of blood, such as red and white blood cells and platelets, but it does not include viral tests for hepatitis. To diagnose hepatitis C, specific blood tests that detect antibodies to the virus (anti-HCV) or the presence of the virus itself (HCV RNA) are required. If there are concerns about hepatitis C, a healthcare provider will typically order these specific tests.