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6 Month Extended Window Period
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3 month Window Period or Six Month Window Period (WINDOW PERIOD, 6 WEEKS v 3MONTHS v 6 MONTHS)Dr. Bob,Thank you for not only responding to me but for responding to all of us with concerns. Your responses have reassured me, but what causes me concern is the differing opinions on the window period. I've read, have been told that a test...
Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.
The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation
Hi,I've discussed this topic numerous times in this forum. I'll repost below a small sample of what can be found in the archives. I do realize it's a confusing issue.Dr. Bobwhat is the winow period 3 or 6 months? Can Whooo after 3?...
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Does window period for HIV extend when simulatenously exposed to HepDr. Douglas, I am confused when is 3 months valid or 6 months valid for the window period for HIV.... Read more »EXTENDED WINDOW PERIODYou say that 99% of all people infected with HIV will seroconvert within 6 months. I was tested... Read more »
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Approval of Viramune XR (Nevirapine) 400 mg Extended Release TabletOn March 25, 2011, FDA approved Viramune XR (nevirapine) 400 mg extended release tablet. Viramune XR is indicated for use in combination with other antiretroviral agents for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults. The approval is based on one... Read more »
Once-Daily "Extended" Formulation of Nevirapine Holds Up Well in 48-Week Study ResultsA once-daily, extended-release form of Viramune (nevirapine) in development appears to be as safe and effective as the twice-daily, immediate-release form currently on the market, according to 48-week study results presented at ICAAC 2010. Viramune... Read more »
Zimbabwe: AIDS Emergency Period ExtendedZimbabwe has extended the declaration of emergency on HIV/AIDS by a further five years, according to the Government Gazette, quoting Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Patrick Chinamasa. "The Minister hereby declares an emergency for... Read more »
Congress Extends Funding for Abstinence EducationOn Wednesday, House members voted 291-126 to extend for three months Title V Community-Based Abstinence Education (CBAE) funding. The program lapsed June 30 after the House failed to act on the measure, which is tied with the Transitional Medical... Read more »
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WINDOW PERIOD ACCORDING TO NY HEALTH 1 MONTH
Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies
http://www.health.state.ny.us/diseases/aids/facts/questions/testing.htmCHECK THIS OUT , IT SAYS MOST WILL BE TESTED POSITIVE WITHIN 1 MONTH OR SOONER. IS THAT FOR REAL OR A TYPO !!!!! How soon after exposure can HIV infection be... Read more » the vaccines extend the period of window?
Posted by nightsunami, 1 Reply
the vaccines extend the period of window? it wanted that they answered this question to me because before the week 13 that me realize the examination I was vaccinated against hepatitis B. IT CAN AFFECT the VACCINE SO THAT the RESULT IS a FALSE...
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OK. Again, more info on the 3 month window period.
Posted by Anonymous
Some more info Ive gathered about the window period. From hivinsite.com, the body.com and hopkins-aids. Opinions from various doctors, Judith Feinberg, Mark Holodny and Joel Gallant. Remember, most countries say 3 months. The CDC its extra cautios... Read more » Window Period - 3 months vs 6 months
Posted by Anonymous
Quoto from New York Dept of Health: The Centers for Disease Control currently states that people with possible exposure to HIV, who test negative, should be re-tested six months after the possible exposure to ensure that sufficient time has elapsed...
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