Do I Still Need HIV Tests After 12 Weeks Even After Taking Virotrenz?

Posted on Thu, 10 Apr 2014

Thu, 10 Apr 2014 Answered on

Wed, 30 Apr 2014 Last reviewed on

Question : I was put on PEP Virotrenz at 24 hrs after a possible low risk exposure to HIV through fingering vagina of a sex worker ( her status not known) with an abraded finger. I had completed the 30 day PEP course without missing a dose. My anitbody/antigen tests were performed with a fully automated chemiluminescence method at baseline, 6 weeks, and 9 weeks post possible exposure. All tests came out negative to my relief. my question is can i rest assured now or do i still need to take another test at 12 weeks?

Answered by Dr. Dr.Saatiish Jhuntrraa (25 minutes later)

Brief Answer: You should take tests at 12 and 16 weeks Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for choosing wwwhealthcaremagic.com You must have been started on virotrenz on assessment offairlyhighriskof infection so it is good you are taking this drug. I think it's better to get the tests at12and 16weeks also because the window period is that much more. Next time you should take due precautions . Dr Saatiish jhuntrraa

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj