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When should hiv test results be considered conclusive both antibody only and duo combo?
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Viral count: Positive antibody test must be confirmed with viral RNA detection and count (in the past, western blot was used to confirm the ab test)
Answered 12/14/2014
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Variable: Most people who get infected test positive by 3 months, a bit sooner with duo test. Occasionally some people do get a positive test for a year after infection. HIV nucleic acid test is positive sooner and more specific. See this site for more info. http://www.cdc.gov/ActAgainstAIDS/basics/testing.html
Answered 3/18/2021
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