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A 23-year-old male asked:
If i tested for hiv 1/2 4th gen, rflx conf at 7 months in a lab blood taken from vein exposure was protected vaginal and oral from sex worker. do i have to take rna pcr test to make sure my test is conclusive and do not have hiv,took 9 4th gen tests?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Hunter Handsfieldanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Repeat question (several times). No change. Your current test results are conclusive, no need for more tests. And you had a near zero risk exposure too. Please stop asking!
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Reviewed Jan 22, 2023
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
You do not need to test for HIV, however, HIV is only one of the STDs. A condom may not protect against HPV, Herpes, LGV, syphilis, pubic lice etc. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation.
Visit this site for information: https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm
Wish you good health!
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Reviewed Jan 23, 2023
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