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Im so confused on 3rd gen hiv rapid test window period, cdc say 90 days conclusive, in malaysia im read 6 months to conclusive, in indonesia suggest keep testing for 1 year, please give me insight which one is best guide line, thanks?
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Whatever advice you have seen beyond 90 days is wrong. Even 90 days is usually not necessary -- conclusive around 8 weeks.
Answered 10/14/2022
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