1.You never had an exposure
2. You don't need to test
3. PCR-DNA tests are not approved to screen or diagnose HIV.
Hi there Teak ..I wanted to get your thoughts on my tests from today. I had a Clear View HIV 1/2 antibody test today which is the 30 day mark since my possible exposure. The clinic recommended a PCR DNA test that would be ready in a week for much $$$. How reliable is the Clear View test and how necessary is the PCR? Im thinking Im getting taken advantage of. What would be the best test to take @ 30 days? p24 antigen?
Thanks in advance
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Try the Sexual Health forum. This forum is HIV-specific.
Thank you for your reply...The last week has been one of my toughest times in my life. I've replayed that night over and over again. Just as I was accepting that I had no real risk with her vaginal fluids getting into my urethra, I began wondering if her fluids may have splashed into one of my eyes..we were in a 69 position and she did cum quite a bit...I'm scared. I review medhelp and once again it sounds like theres not a risk...but there's no convincing me. Tomorrow morning im heading straight to the STD clinic and getting a duo test that will give me a result since its been 30 days since exposure...keeping fingers crossed..but keep thinking its gonna be a monumental day in the rest of my life having HIV and having to accept it. Why does my brain react this way? Regardless I am going to see a therapist for sexual addiction. I have only seen asian parlors and always were safe. Funny thing is that I felt I was being safe seeing this woman at her home only to find out that the stress is too much for me. Can you recommend any sexual addiction therapists in Los Angeles, Culver city area? Thank you for all your help and advice...
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HIV is unable to reproduce outside its living host (unlike many bacteria or fungi, which may do so under suitable conditions), except under laboratory conditions; therefore, it does not spread or maintain infectiousness outside its host.
HIV is transmitted by;
Unprotected penetrative anal and/or vaginal sex
Sharing works with other IV drug users
Mother to child