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Confirmation for HIV

2018-05-17 17:37:19
Hi I got tested for HIV after 2 years after exposure and it was negative. Is there any chance of the test going wrong and should I get tested again?
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Usually most conversions happen within 3 months of exposure. Depending upon the type of test that you did, the sensitivity of the test can vary.
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U can get the test repeated if you doubt the previous test. Otherwise I think you are ok.

Answered2018-05-18 03:12:13

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