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I did pep (tenofovir emtricitabine and raltegravir) for 28 days with 2 days only raltegravir missed. After 6 months I did std panel which was negative. Hiv test was immunochromatographic method. What type of test is this? Is it conclusive or should I go for another test?
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Now a days hiv tests are more accurate and should be conclusive especially after 80 days of exposure. If it is negative it means you are hiv negative. Let's have a detailed discussion for better advice and healthy lifestyle.
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Hello. The test lab did was most likely 4th gen combo test for hiv 1 and 2. As its negative at 6 months of exposure you are negative for hiv. (at 90 days after suspected exposure the seroconversion combo test is conclusive). The same is valid for other stis. 28 days of pep are enough. No need for any other tests please. Thanks. Have a good day.
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