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What does meaning of hiv 1/2 antibodies neg. does mean the test checks for both antibodies&antigens as well? what is common test for hiv in pregnancy?

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HIV testing: It is recommended that all women be tested for HIV during pregnancy. The test that is done is usually an Elisa antibody test. They usually test for HIV type 1 and HIV type 2. Again these are antibody tests-- not antigen tests.

Answered 2/6/2015

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What does meaning of hiv 1/2 antibodies neg. does mean the test checks for both antibodies&antigens as well? what is common test for hiv in pregnancy?

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