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Is he hiv 4th generation test 6 months after exposure 100% accurate? i still have symptoms

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

Yes: The HIV 4th generation test detects genetic material of HIV itself, and is very accurate--95% at 4 weeks. There are a small number of people who are infected, but the virus is not detectable in their bodies until more time has passed. Most experts recommend a final test at 6 months after exposure. If this is negative, you are not infected. Other diagnoses for your symptoms should be pursued.

Answered 8/23/2020

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