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[KerriD]

Hi all,

I was DX in early August 2011 and have been on Tasigna since 8/15.  I just got results from my docs nurse that said I was undectable for BCR ABL.  Does this mean I am in remission?  Should I have a PCR test as well...... I am still trying to learn whats what with these tests. 

Any input is welcome

Kerri

[Taylor]

Are you sure this wasn't from a PCR?  Usually the FISH measures in how many cells have the Philadelphia Chromosome, but usually when we say BCR-ABL we mean the PCR test.  In any case, a negative FISH means you are in Complete Cytogenic Remission, which is GREAT!  Especially that quickly.  Congrats!

[KerriD]

Thanks for answering Taylor.  So I still need to achieve Molecular Remission as well....right? And that is by which test?

[Trey]

These might answer a lot of your questions:

http://community.lls.org/docs/DOC-1273

http://community.lls.org/docs/DOC-1276

[KerriD]

Thank you Trey!  That article helped ALOT!

Kerri