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Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks
      #16504 - 03/11/01 09:50 AM

I tested negative on ELISA at 14 weeks post exposure (I should know, I counted the days). I wasn't sure if it was 3 calendar months or 12 weeks, so I took the conservative route and went 3 calendar months, plus one week. I took the test through Specialized Testing Services (the 1-800 number) instead of through my physician. The test was processed through Quest (I went to a local Quest client service center for the blood draw). I got the results back overnight ($99).

This may be a stupid question, but has anyone else used this service?

The folks at Quest said "you are done and don't need to test anymore." I asked them about the 6 month algorithm and they said that they use 3rd generation ELISA and a 6 month test is not necessary. Who concurs?

I'd appreciate candid responses.

Thanks.



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Re: Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks new
      #16505 - 03/11/01 10:17 AM

If you don't mind, can you post the phone number again? You wrote 1-800-number. I think you need one more number here - I'd like to call them. Thanks.



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Re: Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks new
      #16506 - 03/11/01 10:25 AM

1-800-584-8183



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Re: Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks new
      #16508 - 03/11/01 10:50 AM

Thanks! By the way, I concur with Quest .... it sounds like you're negative! :)



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Re: Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks new
      #16515 - 03/11/01 11:57 PM

how do you they tell you your results ?
did they call you or did you have to go in ?




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Re: Negative ELISA at 14 Weeks new
      #16523 - 03/12/01 12:29 PM

I have not personally used them but I definitely concur with what they're telling you...you're done.

Take care and be SAFE.

JTAnon



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