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A member asked:

Why would someone hv undetectable viral load in blood but detectable semen, if so is the hiv antibody blood test still valid since no vl in blood ?

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Yes: HIV positive is infection with HIV even if the viral load is suppressed. Suppressed viral though reduces risk of transmission significantly but still will advise use of protection.

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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