Summary
| Direction in Hepatitis C | ↑ Elevated — higher than in the comparison group |
|---|---|
| Category | Musculoskeletal |
| Compared against | healthy controls |
| Source | Voumvouraki et al. 2011 — doi:10.1016/j.ejim.2010.10.002 |
| Condition atlas | Hepatitis C Biomarker Atlas |
Other conditions where Hyaluronic Acid is reported
- Hyaluronic Acid in Osteoarthritis — ↓ reduced vs OA synovial fluid vs normal
See the cross-condition hub: Hyaluronic Acid across conditions.
Related Musculoskeletal markers in Hepatitis C
- HCV RNA Viral Load ↑
- Platelet Count ↓
- Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT) ↑
- FIB-4 Index ↑
- Cryoglobulins ↑
- AST ↑
- ALT ↑
- Alpha-Fetoprotein ↑
Full list: Hepatitis C Biomarker Atlas.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hyaluronic Acid high or low in Hepatitis C?
Elevated. Studies summarised in the OSMF atlas report higher Hyaluronic Acid in Hepatitis C than in healthy controls. Source: Voumvouraki et al. 2011.
Which test measures Hyaluronic Acid?
The atlas record does not list a standardised clinical test code (LOINC) for Hyaluronic Acid, which usually means it was measured with research assays or study-specific protocols rather than a routine clinical panel. Check the cited source for the exact method.
Is one abnormal Hyaluronic Acid result diagnostic of Hepatitis C?
No. No single biomarker is diagnostic of Hepatitis C. Hyaluronic Acid findings come from group comparisons, overlap considerably between patients and controls, and vary with study design, timing and comparison group. A result should be interpreted by a clinician alongside symptoms, history and other tests.
Is Hyaluronic Acid specific to Hepatitis C?
No. The same marker is also reported in Osteoarthritis in this atlas, so it reflects shared biology (for example inflammation or vascular stress) rather than a condition-specific signature.
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Last reviewed: 2026-10-08 · Page generated from hepatitis-c.json · Browse: Hepatitis C atlas · Biomarker Index · All marker pages
Disclaimer: This page is an educational synthesis of published, peer-reviewed research and is not medical advice. Biomarker findings vary across studies with case definitions, comparison groups, timing and assay methods. Direction of change reflects the predominant finding in the cited source and does not establish a diagnostic threshold. Discuss any test result with a qualified clinician.