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How reliable is a negative hiv duo test at 7 weeks after pep?

Q: how reliable is a negative hiv duo test at 7 weeks after pep?

: If 7 weeks is from completion of PEP, it's probably conclusive, but some experts recommend a final test 3 months after the last dose of PEP.

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If 7 weeks is from completion of PEP, it's probably conclusive, but some experts recommend a final test 3 months after the last dose of PEP.

Answered 11/28/2022

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A member asked:

How reliable is a negative hiv duo test at 7 weeks after pep?

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