Can An Hiv Positive Person Have Normal Ranges In A Cbc

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cbc test normal. does that mean my hiv status neg?

Hey, i was having some symptoms, swollen lymphs and thats really about it, just in the neck and groin. My doctor ordered a CBC test. It came back normal...does this mean these symptoms are not beeing caused by HIV. I've done research, but...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hey Mike,I wish it were that easy, but unfortunately, it's not. A CBC test is a complete blood count. While it's good news that your CBC is normal, this, however, does not let you know if you are HIV-infected. To determine if you're... Read more »

CBC Results Normal after one year of possible HIV exposition?

I am a male of 16 years and I had a possible exposition of HIV, one year ago. Recently, I had a CBC made for the college. And the results were pretty normal: WBC 7.1, RBC 5.55, HTC 47.9, PLT 229, LYMPH% 43%. My question is: With this results, I...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,CBC (complete blood count) tests cannot be used to diagnose HIV disease. The only way to diagnose HIV disease is to get a specific test for the virus. (See below.)Dr. BobCBC and HIVAug 5, 2007 If a CBC cant rule out nor suggest possible HIV why... Read more »

What is normal range, etc

1. What is a "normal" cd4 count or range (for pesrons w/o Hiv exposure"2. Can a person with register a viral load even if not hiv pos --for reasons like having a differnt kinf of infection.3. Do persons undergoing treatment for hiv...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

Rocky Mountain CARES

A normal CD4 count ranges from 350-1500 cells/mm3. The CD4 percentage is normally between 30 and 60%.A positive HIV viral load is only positive in persons with HIV infection-- i.e., it is highly unusual to have a false positive viral load test,... Read more »

Hiv denialists. CBC

I have studied very carefully the claims of hiv denialists and their opponents. It is clear to me that the denialists are wrong. What puzzles me is that among the denialists one can find some very serious scientists. Really, what's going...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Even serious scientists can be seriously wrong, as in this case, for example. Read the archives for a thorough review of AIDS denialists and their repeatedly disproved cockeyed theories. I'll post a question from the archives... Read more »

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CBC Test

Posted by Jennm, 5 Replies

Hello,i just have a question about the CBC blood work. Somebody brought up to me that when they tested positive their complete blood work panel was thrown off, which prompted an HIV test. I am wondering if anybody else has gotten back irregular... Read more »

CBC and VL -- ?

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Prior to testing +, would a "normal" cbc be indicative to a possible "mid-range" -- or -- is their no correlation?

Also, what is deemed as chronic ARS -- in the forum's they seem to use this terminology with defining it...

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CBC after 12 years

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Is there anyone else out there who has been infected for 10+ years who is not requiring meds and has a been getting CBC results well within the normal ranges (ie: RBC, WBC, etc..)? Please share. Read more »

CBC: Complete Blood Count

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Hey everyone,

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I just received my blood test today. I tested for my CBC (Complete Blood Count). I will get my results from my doctor tomorrow. I am scared because I hope my White blood cells are within normal range which I doubt because... Read more »

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