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My HIV tests are negative 145 days after exposure. Do I need any more tests?

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Published At October 31, 2017
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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

My query is regarding HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). I had unsafe sex with a girl. After 40 days of exposure, I did anti-HIV CMIA (Center for Medical Imaging and Visualization) test which was non-reactive and the value was 0.24 (non-reactive). Then, after 145 days of exposure, I did HIV 1 and 2 screening test which was also non-reactive having result 0.17 (non-reactive). Now, it is almost 250 days of my exposure. I feel my body is becoming thin. I am worried about HIV because I am losing weight which is a symptom of HIV. Do I need more tests? Is there a chance of HIV laterals I did the test after 145 days of exposure and it was non-reactive. No other symptom is present in my body. Only that I lost 6.6 to 8.8 lbs weight after the exposure. And, also tell what is the accuracy level of the above tests I had.

Answered by Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.

I have noted your concern. Your HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) screening test result at 145 days is conclusive. A negative HIV antibody test at 12 weeks (84 days) and beyond after a risky sexual exposure is considered conclusive. You do not need any further screening test.

Regards.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

What about the accuracy of the above tests? Please tell me if these tests are sufficient to make sure that I am HIV negative.

Answered by Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Hello, Welcome back to icliniq.com.

HIV antibody test at 12 weeks and beyond is 99.9% accurate. You do not need any further tests. Your tests are sufficient.

Regards.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sushil Kakkar
Dr. Sushil Kakkar

Dermatology

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