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If only igg was specified on an hsv 1&2 blood test, does this mean that a new infection (8-10wks old) wouldn't be picked up on the test?
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Yes: Standard HIV screening tests actually test for the presence of igg antibodies that the body makes to fight the HIV virus. The period of time for the body to make antibodies is called "the window period". It varies in each person, but it is usually between 3 to 6 months. If you have the pcr test looking for viral rna, window period is 10-14 days..
Answered 6/10/2014
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