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Can a 4th gen combo hiv test miss an infection if the test was taken 24 weeks after sexual exposure? i had a negative std panel at 3 months and a combo hiv test again at 24 weeks all negative. is it possible that the test missed infections?

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With your results you did not get HIV from sex 24 weeks ago, however, HIV is only one of the STDs. A condom may not protect against HPV, Herpes, LGV, syphilis, pubic lice etc. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation. Visit this site for information: https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm Wish you good health!

Answered 12/26/2022

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

The HIV AgAb (combo) tesS ARE conclusive any time 6 weeks or more after infection. There is no possibility they missed HIV acquired 3 months and ~5 months after exposure.

Answered 12/28/2022

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