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Does Valtrex affect syphilis test result?
Hi,
I have a syphilis elisa and vdrl test on 33.5 days after exposure. However, i am taking Valtrex for EBV infection during testing period. Does Valtrex affecting these results?
Thanks.
I have a syphilis elisa and vdrl test on 33.5 days after exposure. However, i am taking Valtrex for EBV infection during testing period. Does Valtrex affecting these results?
Thanks.
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No, it doesn't. Syphilis is bacterial, and valtrex is an anti-viral. It won't affect the test at all.
The only thing that might affect a syphilis test is if you had taken any antibiotics.
The only thing that might affect a syphilis test is if you had taken any antibiotics.
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