Is HIV antibody test considered a confirmatory test for HIV?

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The HIV RNA PCR test (human immunodeficiency virus ribonucleic acid polymerase chain reaction) is not used for confirmatory diagnosis. So I suggest you take HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) antibodies test after three months of exposure for final diagnosis. Your symptoms are not related to HIV. Consult your doctor for examination and management of lesions.

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From the report attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the result of the HIV antibodies test shows negative. It is not considered conclusive at this stage. The chances of getting positive results later are almost nil. But it is better to retake the test after three months of exposure.

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From the report attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), the HIV duo test after 30 days of exposure is negative. It is almost conclusive at this stage. The chances of HIV tests coming positive later are almost nil. But it is better to do an HIV antibodies test again after three months of exposure for confirmatory diagnosis.

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I understand your concern.

HIV RNA PCR is sensitive after 14 days of exposure. From the reports attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), your result is negative. HIV duo or combo test is sensitive after one month of exposure. It is better to do an HIV antibodies test after three months of exposure to have conclusive results and relieve anxiety.

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No, this test is not conclusive. The bumps are not related to HIV. I suggest you consult your dermatologist for further examination and management of these bumps.

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There is no need to do tests repeatedly. I suggest you to do the test after three months of exposure for confirmatory diagnosis.

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There is nothing to worry about. Just relax.

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Hello,

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From the reports attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), it is a very sensitive test but not usually used as a confirmatory test for HIV. Do the tests as suggested earlier. It is called as HIV RNA PCR test only.

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Fever can be due to other conditions and not necessarily HIV. Anything above 99 degrees Celsius can be a fever. I suggest you take the HIV duo or HIV antibodies test after three months of exposure.

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From the reports attached (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), the tests are almost conclusive as per the dates mentioned. But it is better to do the tests after three months of exposure to have conclusive results.

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The chances of test results coming positive later are almost negligible, provided there is no further risk of exposure.

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I have mentioned this earlier.

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From the attached reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) antibodies tests are negative. I suggest going for an HIV antibodies test after three months of exposure.

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The test report attached (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity) is of the fourth-generation antibodies test.

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Hi,

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I understand your concern.

It is almost conclusive. I cannot tell the percentage. The chances of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) tests coming positive later are almost nil, provided there is no further risk of exposure.

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Can you please send a clear photograph of the lesion?

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From the attached images (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), these appear like acne. I would suggest you follow up with a dermatologist for the management of these.

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The HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) antibodies test report (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity) is negative.

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You are free from HIV. I suggest you do not require HIV tests.

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I suggest you do not engage in unprotected intercourse.

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I understand your query.

If the HIV antibodies test after 120 days is negative, it is conclusive. You are free from HIV, provided there is no further risk exposure. There is no further need for HIV tests.

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I understand your concern.

It may be due to acne. You can consult your doctor for further management.

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Thank you for the follow-up query.

This is conclusive, provided there is no further risk exposure. There is no further need for HIV tests.

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According to the reports (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), IgE (immunoglobulin E) is elevated. It may be due to some allergies, asthma, allergic rhinitis, etc. It is not related to HIV. Consult your doctor based on your symptoms, if any.

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It appears to be due to folliculitis (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). You can use topical antibiotic creams like Fucidin or Mupirocin cream. Consult your doctor for further examination and management.

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IgE elevation is likely due to allergy. Others are not so remarkable. You can consult your physician for evaluation.

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The HIV tests are negative. So you need not worry about HIV.

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Hi,

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I understand your concern.

It is conclusive after three months of exposure. There is no need for further HIV tests.

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Hi,

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I understand your concern.

It is not related to HIV.

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