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Can i still get an accurate result from an hiv test 5 years after exposure?

Q: can i still get an accurate result from an hiv test 5 years after exposure?

: Yes. If you were to become hiv positive, it would show up 5yrs later.

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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Yes. If you were to become hiv positive, it would show up 5yrs later.

Answered 3/18/2023

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A member asked:

Can i still get an accurate result from an hiv test 5 years after exposure?

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Dr. Mark Owolabi answered

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