understanding result

[1msmagnolia9]

Had viral load at 8 weeks--it is 12 with 1.08 log---doctor is hopeful but I am afraid it may not totally clear since I have heard so much about them wanting und at 8 weeks....(it is much better but I do not understand log & tho 12 is better then 4,500.00 & lag at 1 is better then 6.0...any similar situation out there that cleared..........I know - wait & see--it is what it is & no matter--liver better after then before but ..................thanks for listening---get well all.....Sharon

[flyinlynn]

The logarithmic scale is a different scale used to analyzing essentially the same data based on the mateamatical formula x = logb-1(y) = b y

If you convert 1.09 log 10 (read as log base 10) to find the anti log the result is 12.

The logarithmic scale is useful in describing population growth or decline in amount other things virus population. It is also used when discussing strength of earthquakes or sound in decibels.

So long story short the two numbers 12 and 1.08 log10 are the same number

[keepingOnkeepingOn]

I think it has something to do with the beginning viral load. Super high load takes more than 4 weeks to go UD. Meaning like 12MM or around there. That's all.

[AugustineMama]

Olysio/Solvadi for me

[somuchmore2]

Are you guys talking about Harvoni or other TX?

[AugustineMama]

Ok I know what you are talking about. I started freaking out at week 4 because everyone was UND at 4 weeks. I did not become UND until week 6. I am now 8-week EOT UND. I was given some very good advice from HectorSF. He said to me it is not how fast you respond, but the final result. I am willing to bet you will be UND at your next blood draw. Drink your water, eat well and keep calm. I think it will all work out. Good luck to you.