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Suggest Test Which Can Identify Htlv-1 Infection

I had unprotected sex with a man who has htlv-1, I asked my gynecologist about this she has never heard of it, I have asked to be tested she couldnt find a test for this disease. Can you tell me how to find out about testing? And how long after intercourse should one get tested
Wed, 18 Mar 2015
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htlv 1 is basically HIV and it causes STD.there are sevral test available for its diagnosis .you can select among them which is available at your area .
1. Blood serology test or HIV antibody this test come positive 7-10 day after contracting infection .
2.ELISA for HIV 1 antigen it come positive eariliest after infection .
3.PCR for hiv antigen having high sensitivity and specificity come earliest positive .

hope you are satisfied with my answer . feel free to communicate if any query .
regards,
Dr.Manish Purohit
Infectious disease specialist
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Suggest Test Which Can Identify Htlv-1 Infection

Thanks for posting you query to health care magic. htlv 1 is basically HIV and it causes STD.there are sevral test available for its diagnosis .you can select among them which is available at your area . 1. Blood serology test or HIV antibody this test come positive 7-10 day after contracting infection . 2.ELISA for HIV 1 antigen it come positive eariliest after infection . 3.PCR for hiv antigen having high sensitivity and specificity come earliest positive . hope you are satisfied with my answer . feel free to communicate if any query . regards, Dr.Manish Purohit Infectious disease specialist