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atypical host response

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

http://www.phppo.cdc.gov/dls/pdf/mmwr/mm4509.pdf

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Undetected HIV-1 RNA,PCR at 17 weeks

Posted by roma2010, 2 Replies

hiya all i have the results of my 17 close to 18 weeks results of a PCR RNA for HIV-1 and it was undetected testing was done by COBAS AmpliPrep (Roche Molecular systems) qualification range of this assay is 48 to 10,000.000 copies i also went to a... Read more »

RNA PCR test

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Can anybody tell me if a RNA PCR qualitative test is reliable ? - I got a negative EIS test at 7 week but my doctor told me that antibodies take time to show up, depending on many factors and that the RNA test is the only reliable one to check for... Read more »

To Zoom42 RNA vs DNA

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Hi Zoom,

Before I begin, please understand I'm not a doctor or scientist. I'm someone who unfortunately has an
OCD issue with an exposure I had. The good thing about it is, I've spent a lot of time researching
every aspect of testing, from phone... Read more »

RNA testing,

Posted by nomoreworry4me

is RNA testing available? RNA Testing for HIV
RNA testing is available in King County for
all gay, bisexual and other men who have
sex with men (MSM) who test for HIV at
these locations.
STD Clinic at Harborview
Gay City Health Project
Downtown needle... Read more »

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Atypical Response to Atripla

One month ago My CD4 count was 244 and viral load of 18,000. I started Atripla (haven't missed a dose). I just recieved my first lab results since starting Atripla one month ago. My viral load is down to 630 and CD4 count of 465. These are the...

Response from Joseph McGowan, M.D., F.A.C.P.

North Shore University Hospital

Thanks for sharing your story.Yes, I have seen this type of quick early response many times. It is a reflection on your taking your meds as prescribed. Very rapid drops in viral load have been commonly seen with the class of drugs that anchor... Read more »

Undetectable Viral Load Infection and Superinfection (FINDINGS SUGGEST HIV CAN BE TRANSMITTED FROM MSM WITH UNDETECTABLE VIRAL LOAD 2009) (SUPERINFECTION, 2009)

Thanks for your comments and information about the possibility that people with undetectable viral might be able to infect HIV negative people and contribute to HIV superinfection, but is there any research revealing the actual numbers of such...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,No, we do not have reliable information as to how often this phenomenon occurs. As you can probably imagine it is quite challenging to conclusively prove that a particular strain of HIV was transmitted to an already infected individual. This... Read more »

CD Count. (CD4 COUNTS NOT INCREASING DESPITE UNDETECTABLE VIRAL LOAD, 2010) (LACK OF CD4 RESPONSE DESPITE TREATMENT, 2010)

Since my last consultation 6 months ago my CD4 count has gone up 2 only points from 153 to 155.I got this new result yesturday. My last increase was almost 50 points in 6 months. How concerned should I be about such a slow and disappointing...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,The problem of poor CD4 response despite use of effective antiretroviral therapy that drives the HIV plasma viral load to undetectable levels is a vexing and perplexing problem. We still don't completely understand the reason for this... Read more »

APTIMA HIV-1 RNA QUALITATIVE ASSAY (APTIMA - HIV-1 RNA QUALITATIVE ASSAY, 2010) Part 2

To the good Dr. Bob, I have submitted a donation on-line, and will submit a heftier holiday donation as well, but in the interim I was hoping you might field another inquiry from me regarding a post of mine a few weeks ago pertaining to the Aptima...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Aptimistaken,You're going to qualify for an advanced degree in nucleic acid polymerase chain reaction laboratory analysis before long. Dude, it's time to turn off your inner scientific geek and come back to planet earth. I can't... Read more »

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RNA Test to Detect HIV During Acute, Primary Phase Not Widely Used, New York Times Reports

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Sexual Encounters With Undetectable HIV-Positive Men

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Study Reveals Link Between Apobec3 Gene and Neutralizing Antibody Response to Retrovirus

Scientists have uncovered new evidence that strengthens the link between a host-cell gene called Apobec3 and the production of neutralizing antibodies to retroviruses. Published in the Sept. 5 issue of Science , the finding adds a new dimension... Read more »

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