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Will hiv antibody and antigen be conclusive after 24 days exposure?

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Most HIV tests are for the antibody which takes 3-12 weeks to develop, known as the window period, during which prophylaxis is advised for a known exposure. A false negative within 3 months would need a repeat.The RNA test for HIV antigen ,is positive within 9-11 days of infection, while a NAT(antigen/antibody test takes 18-90 days.Good resources are the CDC,and the national HIV website.

Answered 12/19/2021

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If positive, it would be conclusive. A negative result at 24 days would 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 12/22/2021

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