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1. Viral load test is used to determine my response to the treatment regimen for hiv. this statement shows client understanding related to viral load test. Response to treatment is shown by decrease in viral load .
whereas it has nothing to do with antibodies and dosage of medicine can not be reduced. High viral load may lead to AIDS and other infections
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