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How log should i wait after a potential hiv exposure before getting tested?

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Dr. Patricio Gargollo answered

Specializes in Pediatric Urology

4 to 6 months : Best time to get a good test us 4 to 6 months.

Dr Porch agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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Dr. David Rosenthal answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Right away: It's good go get tested right away for baseline testing, and then to be tested 4 to 6 weeks later again. Some lab tests can detect a new HIV infection within a few days, while others require a few weeks... It really depends on which test the doctor orders.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

How log should i wait after a potential hiv exposure before getting tested?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Patricio Gargollo answered

Dr Porch agreed

Dr. David Rosenthal answered

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