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I Dont Understand My Viral Load

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Cincinnati, OH

shows: hiv rna detected, hiv pcr viral load is <20, hiv-1 pcr log is <1.30

January 30
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A myHIVteam Member

Understanding your viral load is crucial in managing HIV. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Viral Load: This measures the amount of HIV in your blood
- Undetectable Viral Load: When your viral load is so low that standard tests can't detect it. Achieving this means you can't transmit HIV to others Show Full Answer

Understanding your viral load is crucial in managing HIV. Here are some key points from the knowledge base:

- Viral Load: This measures the amount of HIV in your blood.
- Undetectable Viral Load: When your viral load is so low that standard tests can't detect it. Achieving this means you can't transmit HIV to others through sex.
- Monitoring: Regular blood tests are needed to monitor your viral load. If it increases, it might indicate drug resistance or other issues.
- Consistency: Taking your medication as directed helps maintain an undetectable viral load.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the resources provided by your healthcare provider.

July 28
A myHIVteam Member

Just know that's where you want it to be. 😉

March 5
A myHIVteam Member

I'm still struggle to understand it myself and I've been diagnosed almost 3yrs.

January 30
A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member, your HIV RNA will ALWAYS show detected.
The HIV RNA test is a type of nucleic acid test (NAT). NATs are blood tests used to detect the genetic material of viruses and bacteria in your blood.

An HIV pcr viral load is a blood test that measures the amount of HIV in a sample of your blood. HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. The test looks for genetic material from the virus in your blood. These tests are called molecular tests or nucleic acid amplification tests (NAAT or NAT).

January 30
A myHIVteam Member

It’s less than the smallest amount that can be detected. In other words, YOU ARE UNDETECTABLE! That’s wonderful!

January 30

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