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Testing combo to rule out HIV Jul 26, 2002 Dear Dr. Kull, 1. Does the following testing combo completly rule out HIV infection at 8 months post exposure 2. If so why? 3. Have you heard of anyone who has had these tests all negative at such a late stage and still be infected? Negative PCR DNA, ELISA, Western Blot and P24 Antigen Kind Regards, Pete |
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 One HIV antibody test performed three or more months after exposure is sufficient. There is no need for multiple tests unless there was a known high risk exposure and symptoms you are experiencing are indicative of HIV infection (as determined by a doctor). Antibody screening is highly, highly sensitive, and intial results are always confirmed by repeat testing on the same sample to rule out error. RMK | ||||||||
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