testing question

[finance1]

I had unprotected sex with a female of unknown status.

I am about six months from this encounter, I am going to test.

I wanted to know if along with the a/b test, I should include a DNA/PCR?
I don't care about spending the money, the question is is there any value in adding this test?

Thanks for your help.

[LIZZIE LOU]

yes

[finance1]

tested negative yesterday( past 6 months) with rapid orasure finger test.


can this be totally relied upon?

thanks

[finance1]

thank you all

[RainLover71]

The RNA is more accurate than the DNA but at 6 months all you require is an antibody test.

[Teak]

Had you looked up the test is does say what they are FDA approved for.

[finance1]

thanks,

all those testing companies who push the test should state that fact,( not FDA approved) and not claim its the most accurate method available.

there playing on peoples fear.

[RainLover71]

You can be 100% certain with an antibody test.

[Teak]

DNA tests are not diagnostic tests and not approved for HIV diagnostic use.

[finance1]

Thanx,

I didn't test because I didn't have a new relationship until now. I know vaginal sex is on the lower end on the risk scale.

The antibody test alone is fully reliable at this point? I heard the DNA gives some false positives. But I want to test and be 100% certain.

[Teak]

You don't need any other test than an antibody test.