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I was significantly exposed to covid 19 and am partially vaccinated - so far i have tested negative - how long from the last time of exposure should i wait to get my second vaccine shot? if i test positive, should i still get it?

Q: i was significantly exposed to covid 19 and am partially vaccinated - so far i have tested negative - how long from the last time of exposure should i wait to get my second vaccine shot? if i test positive, should i still get it?

: Unclear from your post if you are infected but, if you receive negative PCR, and remain asymptomatic, you can receive your second jab on schedule. If you do get COVID-19, delay jab #2 for 90 days after recovery.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Unclear from your post if you are infected but, if you receive negative PCR, and remain asymptomatic, you can receive your second jab on schedule. If you do get COVID-19, delay jab #2 for 90 days after recovery.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 8/16/2021

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A member asked:

I was significantly exposed to covid 19 and am partially vaccinated - so far i have tested negative - how long from the last time of exposure should i wait to get my second vaccine shot? if i test positive, should i still get it?

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Singh agreed

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