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Does oral rapid hiv test work ? What's the window period for Posted: 07-02-07 04:45am


i got an oral rapid hiv test, but im afraid i didnt do it properly, can excess saliva (read this somewhere) or anything else that could interfere (smoking) create a false negative? what about certain types of medication? One last thing, can it take longer than 6 months for hiv to be detected with a weaker immune system? is that why a nurse who has been stuck with an infected needle has to be tested every 6 months for 2 years? thank you your time is greatly appreciated

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HIV and AIDS Answer A3099 Posted: 08-08-07 07:48am


If you suspect having an HIV-infection you can request a BLOOD test rather than a “saliva”-test. If you took part in risky sexual behavior and a blood test for HIV/AIDS was negative you should take another test after 3 months. That is because of the “window” period required during which the body can create antibodies against the virus. HIV/AIDS-tests detect these antibodies. Soon after the infection, tests can be negative even if there is a HIV-infection because the antibodies are not created yet. DISCLAIMER: "Ask a Doctor" Questions are answered by Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov, General Practitioner. Dr. Gjuzelov practices medicine for the general public and is affiliated with the Republic of Macedonia Public Health Institution. For more information about Dr. Gjuzelov or other eHealthForum.com medical experts, please visit our About Us page. You may also visit our HIV and AIDS Forum, for moderated patient to patient support and information. The material presented in the eHealth Forum Discussion Forums and Ask A Doctor is in no way intended to replace professional medical care or attention by a qualified licensed medical professional. eHealth Forum and eHealth Forum's Ask A Doctor advises all users with health problems and concerns to consult their personal doctors. Furthermore, if you have any questions or concerns about your condition, you must consult your qualified licenseced medical professional before starting any treatment. The materials in the eHealth Forum Discussion Forums and Ask A Doctor cannot and should not be used as a basis for diagnosis or choice of treatment. To the fullest extent possible, eHealth Forum and eHealth Forum's Ask A Doctor expressly excludes all liability in respect of the information and opinions contained in the Discussion Forums and Ask A Doctor, this Web site, or any sites linked to this Web site.

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