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Hiv testing
Sir what is the window period for hiv for sharing needles with unknown person exposure? And how long days hiv virus survive inside the needles and syringes???
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Window period is common for all modes of transmission that is three months after exposure by any mode
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There is no data for it but if there is needle stick injury get hiv tested
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Dr. Vijayalaxmi Shende
Family and Community Medicine Specialist
10 yrs exp
Pune
Hi
If you suspect of HIV
Do p24 test which is done in window period also.( 6 weeks - 12 weeks)
Generally it is said that 6 month is window period. ( 6 week to 12 weeks )
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Go for Hiv test after 6 months
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