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A normal result would be none.
The qualitative HCV RNA test detects the presence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) circulating in the blood.
A “detected” result indicates the presence of HCV RNA and is consistent with active infection. A “not detected” result, on the other hand, is consistent with the absence of HCV RNA or with HCV RNA levels below the detectable limit of the assay.
http://www.questdiagnostics.com/testcenter/testguide.action?dc=TH_HCV_RNA_QualTMA
Basically, if you have any hepatitis c virus RNA circulation in your blood you have Hepatitis C. You need to follow up with either your Dr or a gastroenterologist to monitor you condition to determine if you have liver damage from the virus. Also to prescribe medicines to treat Hep C and hopefully eradicate the virus for you body.
Good luck
Lynn
The qualitative HCV RNA test detects the presence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) circulating in the blood.
A “detected” result indicates the presence of HCV RNA and is consistent with active infection. A “not detected” result, on the other hand, is consistent with the absence of HCV RNA or with HCV RNA levels below the detectable limit of the assay.
http://www.questdiagnostics.com/testcenter/testguide.action?dc=TH_HCV_RNA_QualTMA
Basically, if you have any hepatitis c virus RNA circulation in your blood you have Hepatitis C. You need to follow up with either your Dr or a gastroenterologist to monitor you condition to determine if you have liver damage from the virus. Also to prescribe medicines to treat Hep C and hopefully eradicate the virus for you body.
Good luck
Lynn
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