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A 46-year-old female asked:
Is my 4th hiv and rpr+tpha syphilis test 6 and 12 weeks after exposure definitely conclusive. they are both negative and i have no any symtomps. i am worried that my body does not produce antibodies so the tests went wrong?
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Dr. Birendra Tandananswered
Urology 36 years experience
Pl do not be hard on yourself. All healthy people produce antibodies. The tests are as conclusive as can be humanly possible. I suggest you stop worrying and be careful re 'exposure'. Good luck
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Answered Dec 29, 2021
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All correct.
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Reviewed Dec 05, 2021
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Answered Sep 24, 2022
Last updated Feb 3, 2022
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