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Will a 4th gen hiv test detect hiv-2 antigens? i had some exposures with an african man. last test at 18 week ag/ab.when will hiv 2 be conclusive ?
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4th gen covers HIV2: The antibody component of the 4th generation HIV blood tests (for both HIV antibody and p24 antigen) detects HIV2 infection. The test is generally conclusive any time 4 weeks or more after exposure, and for sure conclusive at 18 weeks. No worries and no further testing needed. Best wishes and stay safe!
Answered 4/7/2017
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Yes: All 4th gen HIV serologic test approved by the CDC will detect HIV 1 and HIV 2 infection. If negative at 18 weeks, you most likely don't have HIV infection.
Answered 11/29/2015
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