Is Negative ELISA Combo For HIV 1/2 Ag/ab Test Result Conclusive Four Months Post Exposure?

Posted on Fri, 1 Sep 2017

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Question : Dear doctor
Early march 2017 i had protected sex with a CSW.And on July 14 i have all the hiv symptoms night sweat, sore throat, fever, and etc..20 days later on 2.Aug i did a Eclia combo test hiv1/2 ag/ab and the result came out as not detected(negative).

My question is.
Is my test conclusive???
Do i need to take another test?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (45 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please don't worry, there is no risk to get HIV infection.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Based on your history of having protected sexual intercourse, you shouldn't worry because there is no risk to get HIV infection.

According your symptoms I think that this is just a viral situation.

You should know that a negative HIV test 3 months after exposure is very accurate and conclusive. You are free of HIV. In your case, an HIV test was not necessary.

I hope my answer helps you.

Regards,
Dr. Monika Dede
Infectious Diseases Specialist

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