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Any indicator in blood other than hiv check, that can indicate hiv? i have muscular atrophy in back of legs and ldh=270. have many lab results=norm

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Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

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Tests: You should follow the typical protocol of getting an ELISA test followed by a western blot if that's positive. That will give you the answer you are looking for.

Answered 9/23/2016

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A member asked:

Any indicator in blood other than hiv check, that can indicate hiv? i have muscular atrophy in back of legs and ldh=270. have many lab results=norm

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Frank Amico Jr answered

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