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Hi doctor i had my syphilis test (rpr serum) after 18 month's of exposure and the result was not reactive, is it conclusive. any further test required?

Q: hi doctor i had my syphilis test (rpr serum) after 18 month's of exposure and the result was not reactive, is it conclusive. any further test required?

: Yes, conclusive. You don't have syphilis. Don't waste money on any more tests.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Yes, conclusive. You don't have syphilis. Don't waste money on any more tests.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 12/9/2022

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A member asked:

Hi doctor i had my syphilis test (rpr serum) after 18 month's of exposure and the result was not reactive, is it conclusive. any further test required?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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