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Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I have never taken the Hiv test can someone tell me what kind of questions do they ask you and what is the waiting time ? how do you find out the results ? thank you

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oraquick home hiv test question

Posted by jamesmore32, 3 Replies

Hi I had a low risk exposure 8 weeks ago and have taken the oraquick home mouth Swab test at 4 weeks and 8 weeks both negative I know the test says to test at 12 weeks but out of fear I tested early should I still be worried? Or can I take these... Read more »

Hiv testing questions

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

I have been reading by others about different types of tests. (1st, 2nd , 3rd Generation)
I had a test (came back negative) by my healthcare provider (not by free clinic) at right around the 6 month mark (I think 181 dayss, but not definite)
Would... Read more »

HIV test question

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

Had possible exposure about 5 weeks ago. What to take a test. What is the earliest I can take a test with fairly reliable results?

I know everyones says 90 days, but is there another one? I had the waiting. I hav shut down my sex life just in case. Read more »

Can doctors take HIV tests? UK question

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

UK lad here that needs to have a HIV test done but the only problem being that my local GU clinic is only open on Tuesday afternoons between 12 and 4 and I cannot get down there due to my work. I was wondering if my local GP can do them and whether... Read more »

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There is a guy I know and he told me he tested for hivMy question is as follows:what type of test is this: "HIV-1 Antibody by enzymes immunoassay (eia) with reflux to western blot CB test HIV 1/AB=Non-ReactiveHIV Western Blot = N/AWhat does all...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,The type of test is an EIA (Enzyme Immunoassay). It's an "ELISA"-type test to detect anti-HIV antibody in the blood. The way the test was ordered, a confirmatory test called a Western Blot would have been run if and only if the... Read more »

HIV Testing Question?

Hi I have read in various questions that you state that after getting tested 3 months after a possible HIV exposure, the results are to be viewed as conclusive/definitive .However, in some other questions , it seems the 6 month timeframe is stated...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Another QTND (Question That Never Dies). At least this one is reasonable, and reasonably confusing not to mention controversial. Therefore, I certainly don't mind reiterating information that is already in the archives. However because my... Read more »

Please Answer - Hiv Test Question

Hello Ms. Southall,Can you provide me with any insight on this matter?I had three exposures to an individual who is HIV +, not sure when he was infected, but he is undetectable without meds.Exposures - 2 insertive anal intercourse, second time with...

Response from Shannon Southall

Rocky Mountain CARES

HiThe guidelines for HIV testing are to be initially tested at 3 weeks and then again at 90 days if no other exposures happened during this time than the results of the test are conclusive. Having a negative test 5 months after exposure you are HIV... Read more »

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According to this site you say to test at 3 weeks and 90 days. What test should be done at 3 weeks? An antibody or a dna test? I'm confused. Thank you...

Response from Shannon Southall

Rocky Mountain CARES

HiThe guidelines I give for 3 weeks and 90 days is for the antibody test. PCR is also a way for testing but even with that I always recommend the 3 week and 90 day testing.Be well and stay safe, Shannon... Read more »

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