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I read literature that stated the quickest oraquick can detect hiv antibodies is 2 weeks. is there truth to this?

Q: i read literature that stated the quickest oraquick can detect hiv antibodies is 2 weeks. is there truth to this?

: A negative result at two weeks after exposure will not exclude HIV infection. Visit this site for info: HIV test window periods https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/test-types.html

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A negative result at two weeks after exposure will not exclude HIV infection. Visit this site for info: HIV test window periods https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/test-types.html

Answered 12/18/2021

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A member asked:

I read literature that stated the quickest oraquick can detect hiv antibodies is 2 weeks. is there truth to this?

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