A member asked:

How long does it take to get a secure result of hiv 1,2 antibody test ? 3months or 6months or 9 months?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Six weeks: The AgAb (duo, combo, 4th generation) blood tests are conclusive 6 weeks or more after exposure. For 3rd generation antibody tests, 8 weeks. Where older (e.g. 2nd generation) antibody tests are still in use, 3 months. Also 3 mo. for oral fluids test. Never longer: advice for testing beyond 3 months or more is left over from old tests no longer used; or from sources unfamiliar with modern tests.

Answered 1/26/2021

8 views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more