A member asked:

Had unprotected sex 11/22/11. took blood test on 119/12 that was nonreactive. i took 2 oraquick tests on 1/2/13 that were negative. do i need to worry?

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Dr. Rowan Paul answered

Specializes in Sports Medicine

More time needed: It takes time to develop antibodies against the HIV virus. 97% of people have antibodies at 3 months but some need 6 months. This is the window period. You are only 5-6 weeks out from possible exposure. I would wait to february 22 then retake the oraquick test. It is 92% sensitive in picking up HIV after 3 months. Good luck. See your doc for further testing if positive.

Answered 6/10/2014

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