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is there truth to this

apparently one can test for p24 antigen after 1-2 weeks from exposure.

http://www.aidsvancouver.org/what-we-do/helpline/online/p24one-question

http://www.std-hiv-clinic.hk/Info.asp?id=436

just wanting to know that's all. thank you :)
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There are no tests marketed or sold to give a conclusive test result earlier than 3 months post exposure.
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In some countries like France a duo test is conclusive 6 or 8 weeks from exposure but in the states it is 3 months for a conclusive result. The p24 will detect the virus earlier.
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