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Fairly accurate. The window period for HIV is rather long, up to six months. This means that the person can be infected for six months without developing enough antibodies for a standard HIV test to detect. However, that is more the exception than the rule.
To be more certain, a person may want to test again at the 6 month period.
What else can I help you with?
Is most HIV testing vountary?
Yes, most HIV testing is voluntary.
Would HIV show up on a throat swab if you had had if for a few years?
There are HIV tests that can be conducted by collecting an oral sample. Many of these tests are very accurate and would be able to detect HIV within the first months after infection.
How you have HIV before testing?
i done sex with a girl who is hiv +ve and when i testing i am scared
Which military jobs require HIV testing?
every field of the military jobs require hiv testing.
Does the HBsAG test for HIV?
No, HBV testing does not test for HIV.
How long can HIV go undetected for?
HIV can go undetected for many years, as it may not cause any noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Without testing, the virus can silently replicate and progress to advanced stages, leading to severe damage to the immune system. Regular testing is key to early detection and effective management of HIV.
Can you be hiv positive 20 years after exposure?
Yes, it is possible to be HIV positive 20 years after exposure. HIV can remain dormant in the body for many years before symptoms appear or an individual is diagnosed. Some people may not exhibit symptoms for a long time, and without testing, they may be unaware of their status. Regular testing and medical check-ups are essential for early detection and management of the virus.
Do you have to take hiv testing for outpatient alcohol treatment?
There is no medical reason for why alcohol services would need to know your HIV status before you access treatment with them.
Why couples should produce evidence to show that they are HIV negative before they are allowed to get married?
Some states require blood testing to stop the spreading of blood infected diseases, from hepatitis to HIV.
If you had a hiv test and it was negative would it mean you are totally clear?
HIV testing is a very sexually responsible behavior. When getting tested for the virus, the testing device doesnt test for HIV, it tests for HIV antibodies that the body produces in response to HIV infection. Receiving a negative antibody test is definitely encouraging, however there is a period of time when antibody tests are not able to detect infection. Antibodies can take up to 90 days to develop to detectable levels. If a person had any exposure to HIV+ fluids(blood, semen, vaginal fluid, breast milk) within the 90 days prior to testing, the HIV test would not be accurate.
Can you be hiv positive after six negative test and 17 years after exposure?
No; you would not be HIV positive.
What is a the minimum age for testing for HIV in the US and particularly in Wash. DC?
There is no minimum age for HIV testing. In fact, infants are often tested.
