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Which hiv test can give accurate result in short period and it's conclusive and does not require further testing later ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

It is not possible to have 100% conclusive testing until about 6 weeks after exposure. At that time, a negative antigen-antibody test (AgAb, combo, 4th generation test) is conclusive. Earlier testing can be highly reassuring, however, especially with an average (not very high risk) exposure; and PCR to detect viral RNA can be done at 2 weeks if necessary. But these never are truly conclusive.

Answered 8/1/2022

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