4 week pcr

[simcha511]

just received my 4 week pcr result - I am a 2a. This states that hcv RNA not detected - pcr not detectable under 43. The letter from my NP states that, " this is a very good start to tx - the virus is at a very low level" My question is this:
is the virus undetectable or not -- the lab result seems to say that they can't measure any virus at this level with the test therefore 0-42 might or might not be present. The NP says the virus is present. Why would he say this? What does this mean?

[spectda]

bug off! you're cramping my style! LOL

Simcha511- sorry we got diverted, good news on your labs though!

[jusjames]

love in the air    
ha ha ha ha

[spectda]

That's a very nice name? I have only heard it used for the simcha carol kane played in taxi. sorry to get off the subject, but I think your name is cool!
- Dave

[simcha511]

Thanks for your answer - yes, simcha is part of  my real name

[spectda]

Is your name really Simcha?

wonderful new, congrats. It appears to be undetected, but I am sure some others will comment.

- Dave

[banarep]

i read that as UND.  good job.

[RobertBeWell]

It means your good to go. < 43 is a standard lower limit for this test. Well done!