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what i can glean from the various stages is that there are various stages within each stage... but if the numbers are going down rather than up that's a good thing...even staying the same is better than progressing to f4.

Sieb,

Don't you have an actual written report you can post an image of ?... that might help to decipher the results a bit more - without more data/details/clues then we are all kind of guessing.

Just keep in mind that the kPa measurements they get from fibroscans to "help estimate" how firm your liver is (your liver stiffness measurement LSM), as well as the measurement derived from a fibroscan machine (that also happens to also have CAP/dBm measuring ability) to "judge" possible fatty liver (steatosis) - that the key word here is "estimation". Fibroscan info alone does not paint the whole picture, when levels of fibrosis or steatosis are concerned, fibroscans ARE a valuable adjunct and an easy helpful tool to add to all the other labs, exams and imaging data they have compiled on you to keep assessing you. Fibroscans (and many tests) are helpful estimations, especially when repeated over time.

I would only be guessing (based on the lack of info), but I think the 10.5 might be? the kPa's, thereby only putting you in the lower end of the liver firmness range of F2-3? , as follows:   https://hepatitiscnewdrugs.blogspot.ca/p/fibroscan-scoring-card-understanding.html

But you do need your doc to interpret all of your results for you.

How long ago were your U/S's? They are a valuable part of your estimations too, coupled with and along with your bloods and fibroscans, you just said your last U/S's were "normal", not when they were done, done last (how frequent they are).

The fibroscan machines (there are various models), some with and without the CAP ability to measure dBm (to do with possible "fatty livers"), the steatosis results might be expressed as simply "CAP". Generally the machines can measure approx. between 100 to 400 dBm's I think, perhaps your "15%" may have to do with that part of the CAP scan. Just guessing here, with nothing else to go on. C.

Oh, BTW  I have yet to confirm this ... but there was an indication at my hep docs office, my last recent visit there, that they are (now) wishing to consider that HCV patients have to be OVER 8 kPa to be in the F2 range (versus their old fibroscan range cut-off of 7.5), and OVER 10.5 to be in the F3 range (versus their old fibroscan cut-off range of 9.5) - but like I say, this was just info shared with me by a tech and has yet to be confirmed.  

Well I had my fibroscan today and not sure it was a good idea. I was doing well and in good spirits until I got my test scores. My doctor has not called me yet but from what I have read my scores are pretty high. This the info the nurse gave me. I know that Cap is way up there but not sure about the other two numbers. Any input would sure help.

Cap 353

Med 10.5

15%

I agree, it’s a good idea. You mentioned in your signature that you were previously diagnosed as an F3. That’s advanced fibrosis, borderline cirrhosis. Since you have two years SVR under your belt, it will be an excellent measurement of potential (likely) fibrosis regression. I think two years is a good time frame that will provide you with a good idea of your current status. 

Contact your insurance provider for guidance on coverage. If your diagnostic testing is covered like many providers provide with their annual wellness exams, you may have little, if any out of pocket costs. Your doctor should be able to pre-qualify you as well. If the costs aren’t in your favor, just tell them you’re willing to volunteer, if they buy lunch...