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A member asked:

Igg for hsv is negative 7 weeks after potential exposure. is this conclusive or should i wait to get tested again?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Not conclusive: It takes up to 3 and sometimes 4 months for conclusive results.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 10/18/2020

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