viral load question

[jacksonpotter]

I don't know how important these numbers are.  Maybe someone could tell me. Diagnosed in Aug 06. My first blood test in Oct 06  says HCV RNA PCR QUANT: 4190000    My blood test on 9/7/07  was 2280000.  I started my treatment Sunday Sept 30th.  I am in week 7.   Are these numbers extraordinarily high.  I see people posting their numbers in the hundreds of thousands not in the millions like mine.  Could someone tell me what these numbers mean?

[jacksonpotter]

I apologize.  They didn't test viral load, they just tested me  for anemia. I'm 1a

[goldenrule]

if you were clear by week 4, that means you were a rapid responder. Good indicator that you will clear this for eva!!!!.. what is your genotype??

[jacksonpotter]

Thanks for your response.  I had a biopsy. Mild fibrosis and mild inflamation.  My 4 week test didn't show viral load. Dr said okay to continue treatment.  I actually do blood work once a month.  I will ask when next viral load test will be  done.

[goldenrule]

viral load doesnt tell how much liver damage you have. there are people on here that have high viral load and still clear. Did you have a biopsy? has your Dr done any testing since being on treatment?? He sould have done a 4 week PCR to determine how you are responding to treatment. Get copies of your labs and post them, lot of knowledgable folks here who can help you..