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I had a 4th gen hiv combo test done 9 weeks post exposure and 5 weeks after completion of pep. is this conclusive? tqvm.

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Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

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Yes and no: Its conclusive for now..but your not done. Tests like this that measure antibodies have to be repeated up to 6 months to ensure 99% that your in the clear.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/27/2017

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A member asked:

I had a 4th gen hiv combo test done 9 weeks post exposure and 5 weeks after completion of pep. is this conclusive? tqvm.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dominic Riganotti answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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