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How log should i wait after a potential hiv exposure before getting tested?
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4 to 6 months : Best time to get a good test us 4 to 6 months.
Answered 7/5/2012
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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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