Are Results Like 'Negative To Cut Off' And 'Non-reactive' Indicative Of Being Free Of HIV?

Posted on Tue, 10 Apr 2018

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Question : I had an HIV 1/0/2 test done approximately 15 weeks after a possible exposure. I don't know if they had it or not.
My results were "Negative to cut off" and "Non reactive".
This means that I am HIV NEGATIVE right? Should I test again? I've had no exposure since this incident.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You are free of HIV.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Please don't worry, having a negative (non reactive) result of HIV 1/0/2 test after 15 weeks of exposure means that you are definitively and conclusively HIV negative.

There is no need for further HIV testing.

I hope my answer helps you. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Monika Dede
Infectious Diseases Specialist

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (20 minutes later)

My anxiety is off the charts. I can't shake this fear. Every little thing that happens to me, the first thing I think of is OH MY GOSH... Do I have it?
Thank you for taking the time to answer me.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (21 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please don't worry!

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Based on your lab result, I emphasize again that you shouldn't worry because you are definitely free from HIV.

I hope my answer helps you.

Regards,
Dr. Monika Dede
Infectious Diseases Specialist

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee