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I did rpr at 4 weeks, 6 weeks non reactive . 8 weeks 1:1 titer weak reactive. 8 weeks 3 days i do rpr again and mha-tp both non-reactive. should i do one more rpr at 12 weeks to confirm. thanks dr?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

False positive results are quite common with RPR, which is why all positive results must be confirmed with a second test before diagnosing syphilis. Your test results show your positive RPR at 8 weeks was false. It is certain you do not have syphilis. No more testing is needed.

Answered 9/5/2023

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