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I got stuck by a needle @ work from a pt with hep c.... why does one dr say my levels are undetactable and the other says they are?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
See a specialist: If you feel that you are not getting good care, then you should ask for a referral to an infectious disease specialist.
Answered 12/20/2012
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Not sure: I imagine this dilemma has to do with what labs were drawn, when they were drawn and which lab(s) ran the test. There is always a possibility of lab error as well. I would get it clarified by discussing it with your primary. Perhaps he/she can contact the labs for further clarification or order additional tests for confirmation.
Answered 4/15/2015
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