Which is the best test for determining the likelihood of progression to cirrhosis in a patient with chronic HCV?

Which is the best test for determining the likelihood of progression to cirrhosis in a patient with chronic HCV?

Which is the best test for determining the likelihood of progression to cirrhosis in a patient with chronic HCV?









A. liver biopsy
B. quantitative HCV RNA
C. qualitative HCV RNA
D. serial ALT levels
E. HCV serotype determination










Answer: A