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Rapid Antibody Test Mar 14, 2010 Hi Dr. Bob, Although I realize the normal window for HIV testing is three months, what do you think of a negative result for HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Antibody Test at eight weeks? I have another appointment at the the three month mark to be more certain of my status. A month sure does seem far though. It's incredible what worry can do to a person. Thanks for all you do ... you sure make a difference for many. Mark |
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 Hi Mark, What do I think about a negative eight-week HIV-1/2 rapid test? I think it's encouraging and that it's four weeks too early to be definitive. Hopefully you'll find it reassuring to note that the vast majority of HIV-infected folks have detectable levels of anti-HIV antibody in their blood within four to six weeks following primary infection. Good luck. Dr. Bob | ||||||||
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