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False Positive, Hep C

False Positive, Hep C

Hello,
At a recent gynecologic screening exam, my doctor included an HCV antibody test, much to my surprise, the test was positive.  I was surprised because I have never done any IV drugs, nor do I have tattoos or have received donated blood.  I was told that the result could have been contracted through sex (I have had vaginal sex while menstruating and anal sex without a condom), but that the risk for this was still very low.  Since the initial test over a year ago, I have had 3 PCR tests (all negative) and 3 liver panel tests (all normal except slightly elevated GGT).  Is it possible that the antibody test has been giving false positives? Even if I was exposed to Hep C, given my PCR and liver panel results, could my body have cleared the virus?  If my body has cleared the virus, is it possible for me to transmit the virus to anyone else (sexual partner or fetus should I become pregnant)?  Also, since my results appear to be normal now, if my body has cleared the virus, I am now immune to Hep C?  Lastly, is it possible to have 3 normal PCR and liver panel results and then for the virus to suddenly "re-appear?"

I know I've asked a lot of questions.  Thanks so much for taking the time to read and respond to them!
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3 normal PCR's pretty much says you don't have Hep C anymore. You can't give to someone something you don't have!

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