Question 1

could i take an hiv test at my clinic?

Accepted Answer

Likely yes.: Most health clinics offer HIV testing.  If you have any concerns, please get tested.

Question 2

my boyfriend of over 1yr refuses to take an hiv test although i have taken one and got a negative result.?

Accepted Answer

HIV testing.: Have him go donate a pint of blood to the red cross.  They will screen for it and other diseases.  If he has hiv, they will notify him and not use the blood.  If he's HIV negative, then he will help others by his donation!

Question 3

is it wise to take an hiv test twice after the first one came back as positive during pregnancy meanwhile you have been hiv negative all the time?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It depend on the type of test that was positive. It it was an antibody screening test, you need to get a confirmatory HIV nucleic acid test. It would be prudent to talk to your doctor who ordered the earlier test.
Wish you good health!

Question 4

why do i need to take an hiv test in the third trimester?

Accepted Answer

Required by law: Some states require pregnant women to be tested for HIV. Transmission of HIV to the baby can be prevented by treating the mother. Many people infected with HIV do not know that they are infected.

Question 5

if you take an hiv test and your appointment day is in three weeks of the test is positive will the doctor notify you before your appointment day?

Accepted Answer

That depends: ...on the doctor and their specific protocols and procedures. Some docs do not want to discuss results over the phone, and prefer it best to speak directly with the patient at a scheduled visit. You should practice safe sex always, but especially until you at the least get back the results. You can call you Doc and see what their procedure is, but be sure to keep your appt in any case. Best wishes

Question 6

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ive recently entered into a new relationship. my bf and i have not had a chance to take an hiv test together, however did engage sexually the other night. during foreplay,he penetrated without a condom, i withdrew consent. should i take pep?

Accepted Answer

PEP for HIV exposure: As you likely know, the frequency of heterosexually transmitted HIV is very high in your country. The level of risk from this single exposure depends on your partner's sexual lifestyle up til now:  if he's had multiple partners or past STI, PEP probably would be wise. The two of you could go together for HIV testing -- if negative, you could stop PEP when you learn the result.

Question 7

do i need to take an hiv test if i had sex with an asian masseuse at a massage parlor but i used a condom for intercourse? the condom did not leak or break but when i pulled out it had slipped halfway off my penis, but did not come all the way off?

Accepted Answer

: IF YOU PRACTICE SAFE SEX WHICH YOU TRIED THAN NO CONCERN. IF THERE WAS BLOOD TO BLOOD CONTACT THAN A PROBLEM. YOUR CONCERN IS WHAT YOU HAVE DONE IN THE PAST, SO TAKE AN HIV TEST FOR PAST SITUATIONS.

Question 8

when is the best time to take a hiv test.

Accepted Answer

Unclear question: Now is as good a time as any. If you mean when to get the test after potential exposure, i would suggest that you see your doctor immediately after the potential exposure to seek post-exposure prophylaxis and then discuss the testing schedule with your doctor.

Question 9

how much time does it take to get hiv test results?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the test: Antibody tests take a few minutes. Nucleic acid test may take a day.

Question 10

can there be any take home hiv test that can detect hiv a week after exposure?

Accepted Answer

No: Please get with your physician if you think you have been exposed like this. He / she will explain your options.

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My boyfriend of over 1yr refuses to take an hiv test although i have taken one and got a negative result.?

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Is it wise to take an hiv test twice after the first one came back as positive during pregnancy meanwhile you have been hiv negative all the time?

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Why do i need to take an hiv test in the third trimester?

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If you take an hiv test and your appointment day is in three weeks of the test is positive will the doctor notify you before your appointment day?

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Hi ive recently entered into a new relationship. my bf and i have not had a chance to take an hiv test together, however did engage sexually the other night. during foreplay,he penetrated without a condom, i withdrew consent. should i take pep?

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Do i need to take an hiv test if i had sex with an asian masseuse at a massage parlor but i used a condom for intercourse? the condom did not leak or break but when i pulled out it had slipped halfway off my penis, but did not come all the way off?

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When is the best time to take a hiv test.

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Can there be any take home hiv test that can detect hiv a week after exposure?

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