Question 1

what is the icma hiv test?

Accepted Answer

Home HIV test: I believe this is an older test sold for home testing of hiv.

Question 2

is 8 weeks hiv test enough?

Accepted Answer

No: Current recommendations include testing for antibodies at three and six months as well for the rare individual who does not immediately develop measurable antibody titers.  If you wish to pay for it you can be tested negative (or positive) immediately by checking for HIV rna.

Question 3

1.0 a positive to hiv test?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There are at least 20 different HIV blood tests in use around the world, with different cut-off values for positive results. For most or all, 1.0 is negative. Since you know the specific number, you must have a written report; it should provide that information for your test. If it does not, or if you don't understand it, contact the doctor, clinic or laboratory where the test was done.

Question 4

a non-reactive hiv test mean?

Accepted Answer

Congratulations: You have not yet made the HIV antibody, which unless you have a very recent contact makes it highly probable that you are not infected. Don't let your guard down -- show respect for the people you love and be safe for your sake and theirs.

Question 5

are rapid hiv test effective ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: ...enough time must have passed since the last possible exposure. The laboratory blood tests all are conclusive within 6-8 weeks, and the 4th generation ("duo", "combo") tests at 4 weeks. The oral fluids home test takes longest of all, up to 3 months to be conclusive. So if you are concerned about a recent exposure, best to go to a doctor's office for proper counseling and testing.

Question 6

how accurate 10 weeks hiv test?

Accepted Answer

HIV: The new 4th generation testing for antibodies is incredibly accurate by 10-12 weeks, but there is always that rare individual who has delayed antibody response and may not be positive for up to 6 mos.  If one wishes to be certain they can undergo pcr for hiv-rna ($$$) which is definitive within 2-4 weeks or earlier.

Question 7

hiv test in 70 days conclusive?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the test : And results. Any of the tests for HIV nucleic acid, HIV antigen or HIV antibody, if positive, is conclusive of HIV infection. Negative test for HIV nucleic acid would essentially rule out HIV infection. A negative test for antigen and antibody will not rule out HIV infection.

Question 8

is a 1 month hiv test accurate?

Accepted Answer

HIV: Testing for antibodies should be repeated at 3 and 6 months after exposure. The basic tests are very sensitive, but some patients are slow to develop antibodies. If you want a far more specific and definitive way of reassuring yourself ask for a PCR for HIV RNA. It is a little pricey.

Question 9

is 4 months hiv test conclusive?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the test : And the result. A positive result for antibody, HIV antigen or HIV nucleic acid is conclusive in documenting infection. A negative nucleic acid  or HIV antigen will more or less rule out hiv. A negative antibody test would not be conclusive for ruling out hiv.

Question 10

is 6 months hiv test conclusive?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the test: A test for HIV nucleic acid would be conclusive, if positive or negative. An antibody test would be about 99% conclusive if negative, 100% conclusive if positive.

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