Hello Doctor;

I am a 25 years old Male from Sydney, Australia. Following a possible exposure in August I had 5 HIV antibody tests during last 3 months which all came back Negative. The tests which I had are:

Week 3(22 days) MEIA test for HIV 1&2 and P24 antgen: NEGATIVE

Week 8(60 days) MEIA test for HIV 1&2 and P24 antigen: NEGATIVE

Week 11(76 days) ELISA test for HIV 1&2 and P24 antigen: NEGATIVE

Week 12(84 days) MEIA test for HIV 1&2 and P24 antigen: NEGATIVE

Week 13(91 days) ELISA test for HIV 1&2 and P24 antigen: NEGATIVE

The Nurse at my last test which was at week 13(91 days) said that I am "Conclusively Negative". But Doctor as you are expert in this field I am cofirming it with you.

My Questions are:

1. After 5 Negative tests in 3 months am I conclusively Negative?

2. Do I need to re-test later?

3. Can stress and Anxiety in any way affects the HIV test or delays the production of antibodies?

Your answer will be much appreciated.

Thanks

I agree with the nurse. You are conclusively negative.