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pcr tests as screening

what is the best test for screening hiv with regard to sensitivity and specificity
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186166 tn?1385259382
there are no tests marketed to give a conclusive result before 3 months.  until the guideline is changed, set by the manufacturers of the tests, the fda, and the cdc, 3 months remains the time when one can receive a conclusive result
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186166 tn?1385259382
an antibody test at 3 months will give a conclusive result
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