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When Can PEP Be Taken After Possible Exposure?

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Question : I had unprotected sexual inter course, I'm within the 72 hour window for PEP. Getting my partner tested seems not feasible. Do I start with pep anyways or can a test reveal hiv early?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Nagamani N.G (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Test will be accurate only after 6 weeks

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting the query,

Testing HIV antibody at 3 to 4 days of exposure is not that accurate,

You should get tested after 6 weeks of exposure.

If you are too much worried you can start on PEP.

Take care.
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When Can PEP Be Taken After Possible Exposure?

Brief Answer: Test will be accurate only after 6 weeks Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for posting the query, Testing HIV antibody at 3 to 4 days of exposure is not that accurate, You should get tested after 6 weeks of exposure. If you are too much worried you can start on PEP. Take care.