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I had a rpr test done 2 years after unsafe sex. it come back negative. is this accurate?

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Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

Generally speaking..: Generally speaking there are more problems with the RPR being falsely positive than being falsely negative. Even though it would be uncommon to have a false negative result you should discuss with your doctor other risk factors to determine if follow up testing is necessary.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I had a rpr test done 2 years after unsafe sex. it come back negative. is this accurate?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marlis Gonzalez fernandez answered

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