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Frequently Asked Questions
Does HIV duo test always look for antigens?
Yes, they look for antigens of HIV 1 and HIV 2.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Is the 85-days HIV DUO test post-exposure conclusive?
Yes, after 80 days one can find out whether one has AIDS or not.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Is a 4th generation test at 48 days conclusive?
4th generation tests will pick up 99% of infections at six weeks.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Are 3 weeks enough after a risk for a HIV test?
After someone has been infected with the virus it can take about 2 weeks for HIV antigen to be detectable with current antigen tests, and more than 3 weeks to produce enough HIV antibodies to be detected by antibody tests.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
How long does it take an HIV test to produce results?
HIV self-tests provide results within 20 minutes.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Is the 4th generation HIV test reliable?
4th generation tests will pick up 99% of infections at six week.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
A negative HIV 4th gen test after 21 days is reliable?
The fourth generation test done with a blood sample from a vein can detect virus from 18 to 45 days from exposure.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
What's the window period of HIV combo test?
Antibody tests can usually detect HIV 23 to 90 days after exposure.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
HIV DUO (ANTIGEN AND ANTIBODY)
HIV Duo (Antigen And Antibody), HIV1&2 Ab/Ag Duo
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