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How Many Tests Are Needed To Confirm Lack Of HIV Infection?

Hi doctor im 23 years ol I had sex before six month at west africa with sex worker when I finished I noticed that the condom was broked up I took abbot architect third generation combo test at third month anf it was negative with 0.13 cut of range now ar six month I took the same test and it came back negative with 0.40 cut of range am I hiv free or I need another tests? Thank u
Mon, 22 Sep 2014
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Hello!
Welcome to HealthcareMagic!

Since you tested negative 6 month after exposure it is 100% sure that you are HIV negative.
You don't need to do further tests.The last one was conclusive.

Hope it has helped.
Take care,
Dr.Rovena Murati
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How Many Tests Are Needed To Confirm Lack Of HIV Infection?

Hello! Welcome to HealthcareMagic! Since you tested negative 6 month after exposure it is 100% sure that you are HIV negative. You don t need to do further tests.The last one was conclusive. Hope it has helped. Take care, Dr.Rovena Murati