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- Molecular tests that measure HCV RNA are crucial for diagnosing and managing chronic hepatitis C patients on antiviral therapy.
- The main objective of this therapy is to achieve a sustained virologic response (SVR).
- SVR is defined as having undetectable levels of HCV RNA in the serum or plasma 12 to 24 weeks after treatment concludes.
Article Abstract
Molecular tests that detect and/or quantify HCV RNA are important in the diagnosis and management of patients with chronic hepatitis C (CHC) undergoing anti-viral therapy. The primary goal of anti-HCV therapy is to achieve a sustained virologic response (SVR) defined as "undetectable" Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) RNA in the serum or plasma at 12 to 24 weeks following the end of treatment.
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