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Does HIV antibody test always turns positive after the onset of ARS sympyoms??i just read it in different website..so answer it plz.
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There is a window period in which it is not detected.So HIV test is repeated after 6 months and it can turn positive.
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Dr. Venkat Raghav
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Hello....... You should mention your symptoms. Retro viral disease can only be confirmed by antibody test, it is done after three months of exposure and have sensitivity of 90 percent... Consult general physician and discuss about this. Don't relay on internet information..
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