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I got 2 blood transfusions 4 months ago and took a oraquick (4 months after) just to make sure they were clean/screened. i didnt catch anything according to test. the result was negative. is this considered conclusive?

Q: i got 2 blood transfusions 4 months ago and took a oraquick (4 months after) just to make sure they were clean/screened. i didnt catch anything according to test. the result was negative. is this considered conclusive?

: Yes- within the sensitivity and specificity of the teat ( ALL tests have that for none is perfect)

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Yes- within the sensitivity and specificity of the teat ( ALL tests have that for none is perfect)

Answered 8/21/2023

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A member asked:

I got 2 blood transfusions 4 months ago and took a oraquick (4 months after) just to make sure they were clean/screened. i didnt catch anything according to test. the result was negative. is this considered conclusive?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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