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How accurate is hiv elisa testing after 12 weeks if negative?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Conclusive: At 12 or more weeks after the last possible exposure, negative ELISA is conclusive: 100% certain you do not have HIV. Congratulations! Stay safe.

Answered 1/28/2017

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