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Which kit is more accurate to detect hiv antibody after 6 months, 3rd gen or 4th gen?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

At 6 months, both kinds of HIV test are equally accurate.

Answered 1/1/2022

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