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Is that possible that syphilis not detected in blood test (vdrl/rpr & tpha) 4 months after possible exposure, im a bit confuse some doctor here say 3 months are conclusive but another say take another test at 6 months?

Q: is that possible that syphilis not detected in blood test (vdrl/rpr & tpha) 4 months after possible exposure, im a bit confuse some doctor here say 3 months are conclusive but another say take another test at 6 months?

: I would check the exact test (there several) you had and then go to CDC.gov for details for the exact test(s) you have had.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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I would check the exact test (there several) you had and then go to CDC.gov for details for the exact test(s) you have had.

Answered 9/26/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Unless there are some unusual reasons 3 months are conclusive.

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A member asked:

Is that possible that syphilis not detected in blood test (vdrl/rpr & tpha) 4 months after possible exposure, im a bit confuse some doctor here say 3 months are conclusive but another say take another test at 6 months?

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