Typically it's half correct . Since DUO/COMBO tests detect both antigen p24 (which is produced before the antibodies ) and antibodies too .
BUT it's considered more accurate to be tested at 4,6,8 weeks of your test is NEGATIVE at 6 and 8 weeks its 99% accurate that you don't have HIV . After these tests you can always take 1 more as mentioned before ONLY FOR YOU TO BE MORE CONFIDENT . Wish you all the best !!! We at here for you
Thank you both!
My doctor told me my duo test at 3 weeks would be a good indicator, I should be getting results today. Is this false information?
After your comments I will retest next week, even though my doctor does not recommend it.
Thank you.
Many specialists consider a negative HIV test at 8 weeks ( or 2 months ) 99% conclusive . Don't worry . In many countries like the UK an hiv test is considered conclusive at 6 weeks and only on extremely high risk cases it is asked to be repeated at 8 weeks ! The 3 month period is very conservative and only applies to people who have slow immune response . However if YOU wanna be 100% sure and never worry again you are always welcome at repeating the test at 84 days (12 weeks ) BUT REMEMBER it is only a TYPICAL confirmation !
My answer is based on accurate facts. If you engaged in unprotected penetration then there is a risk and in order to know your status you should take an hiv test.
Tests have specific window periods. A 4th generation test should be done at 4 weeks post exposure and a simple HIV test at three months post exposure.
Simple but true!
Thank you so much for your rseponse, Bestrong, it is very informative and accurate. But also quite generic to any situation.
I am asking about a specific incident and exposure, I do wonder if anyone may be able to give a more specific answer to this situation? If there is nothing, or no viable reassurance regarding single exposures other than ones such as oral, digital ect on this site, I understand. I am just distraught with worry and anxiety. I will patiently await my results. I have read that if one were to become positive, a duo test at 2-4 weeks would show it, and that a negative would require further follow up to ensure that the negative was correct. Is this the case? Thank you so much.
Hello,
Unprotected penetration poses a risk of HIV transmission.
An HIV test at the right time will give you accurate results.
A 4th generation test should be done at 4 weeks post exposure and a simple HIV test at three months post exposure.
Keep calm and test at the right time.
Take care