Chronic Hepatitis C Virus Infection in the United States, National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 2003 to 2010

Background: Knowledge of the number of persons with chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in the United States is critical for public health and policy planning. Objective: To estimate the prevalence of chronic HCV infection between 2003 and 2010 and to identify factors associated with this condition. Design: Nationally representative household survey. Setting: U.S. noninstitutionalized civilian population. Participants: 30 074 NHANES...