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What is the window period for testing hcv ab and hbs ag?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

A few weeks for hepatitis B (HBsAg), up to 6 months for hepatitis C (HCV Ab).

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Answered 2/8/2023

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Confused. Took 4th gen ag/ab rapid test at 30 days at clinic. Was negative. Counselor said conclusive at 28 days, no need to retest, and my exposure was low risk. But I see different window periods online. Do I retest? Or listen to testing site?

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