1 00:00:00,500 --> 00:00:04,567 Data analyzed at CDC suggests that as few as half of people 2 00:00:04,567 --> 00:00:07,867 with a positive hepatitis C test get recommended 3 00:00:07,867 --> 00:00:09,166 follow-up testing. 4 00:00:09,166 --> 00:00:11,066 The follow-up test is essential. 5 00:00:11,066 --> 00:00:12,166 It's the only way to know 6 00:00:12,166 --> 00:00:14,667 if someone's still infected with the virus. 7 00:00:14,667 --> 00:00:16,000 With follow-up testing, 8 00:00:16,000 --> 00:00:19,000 people who need it can get lifesaving medical care.