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Query about STD panel testing
Hi All. my query is does taking supplements like NAC or Herbal Medicines (Arjuna etc.) or Whey Protein etc affects STD panel testing like HIV 1/2, TPHA, VDRL, HCV, HbsAg, HSV, Gonnorhea, Chlamydia Urine pcr.
I am taking them as a preventive health checkup and last sexual exposure was 6 months ago.
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You can continue with the above supplements, while you are getting the STD screening tests done
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NAC, herbal medicines and whey protein generally do not affect standard HIV, hepatitis, syphilis or urine PCR results.
Since the exposure was 6 months ago, testing now is conclusive for most infections.
Please get HIV Ag/Ab, HBsAg, anti-HCV, syphilis testing and urine NAAT for gonorrhoea/chlamydia as indicated.
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I can review the reports on a Practo consult, or you may visit me at Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj.
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It does affect a lot. Since your last time was 6 months ago. You need thorough check up .
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You can go ahead with the tests without stopping NAC, Arjuna or whey protein. These are antibody, antigen and PCR based tests. Dietary supplements have no effect on them.
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Tell the lab what you take anyway, so it is on record. At six months since exposure, one round of testing is enough for a preventive check.
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Dr. Reesha Varshney
General Physician
1 yrs exp
Bareilly
No these supplements generally do not affect results of STD panel testing
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Rohan Gumber
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1 yrs exp
Sri Ganganagar
If you would like to discuss your concern in more detail, please feel free to contact me on WhatsApp at eight six one nine six six nine nine zero six. Alternatively, you can connect with me through the Practo app for a detailed consultation
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Dr. Suraj Sharma
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Jaipur
Do consult
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