When to get tested for confirmed HIV results?
Despite all the advances in HIV testing and widespread awareness about how to test for HIV, HIV still remains a taboo. Advanced treatment with highly effective antiviral drugs has made it possible to live a near normal life with HIV. What is important in successful management of HIV is early detection and prompt initiation of drugs. Methods to detect the number of virus particles present in the blood stream have made it possible to detect the progression of the disease early in the course and also to determine the extent to which the person can be infectious to others.
If you are thinking about getting yourself tested, here is all you need to know about how to test for HIV.
Today there are different types of HIV tests available in India. Each of the different tests vary in their accuracy, window period, time taken for obtaining results and also the cost. The window period of an HIV test is the time lapsed after infection with HIV, beyond which the test may become positive. Having learned that there are many different types of tests, let us go into the details of how to test for HIV.
Most of the times if one has shown risky behaviour in the past and fears having been infected with HIV, anxiety is so much that they would like to know their HIV status as soon as possible. The hassle of waiting for the test reports for a couple of days may be traumatizing. Besides, for purposes such as hospital based screening of a patient in view of a planned surgical procedure may also demand quick reporting tests for HIV. We will go into the details of rapid HIV testing and the scope of the test.
Rapid HIV test
Rapid HIV test is a card test which takes only about few minutes to give you the result. Thus called the rapid card test. It avoids a long and stressful wait for your report. It is the most accessible of the HIV testing methods and is the most commonly used screening test.
The rapid HIV test works by detecting the antibodies formed in your body against the HIV virus. Following an infection with HIV, a persons body takes at least 3-4 weeks to produce antibodies against the virus.Though antibodies do not succeed in eliminating HIV from the body,they are helpful in diagnostic tests.Therefore the rapid HIV test may become positive after 3-4 weeks of infection with HIV in about 90% of the people.It means that the window period of the rapid HIV test is anywhere between 3-4 weeks and within than time 90% of the HIV infected people develop enough antibodies against the virus, so as to be detected by the test.
The accuracy of the Rapid HIV test is comparable to the standard ELISA test. If one tests negative for HIV by rapid card test, no further tests need to be done. If the rapid HIV test results are positive further confirmatory tests may be required.
Now that you know that each test has a window period, You may have on your mind questions such as how soon can HIV be detected by a blood test? There are few tests which make early detection of HIV possible. Read on to know methods of early detection of HIV.
Early detection of HIV
If you have had a recent exposure to HIV and want to get clarity on your HIV infection status at the earliest, there are a few tests which can be done as early as 2 weeks after possible infection.
HIV PCR / NAT
It is a test which can detect HIV infection as early as 9-11 days post exposure. It detects the RNA which is the genetic material of the HIV virus in your blood. The cost of the test is very high. As it is based on detection of the viral genetic material, antibody production in the body against HIV is not necessary before the test becomes positive. It takes about 4-5 days before you can get the result of the test.
Even if the quantity of the virus in your body is small, the test can detect the presence of the virus as it employs a technology wherein the RNA of the virus is multiplied to many folds. Through this method even the viral load in the infected person can be detected.
As the test detects viral RNA and also quantifies it, the test is considered to be highly accurate.
p24 antigen test
It is a method of early HIV detection in which the p24 antigen or protein present in HIV is detected. It can detect HIV infection in about 16 days post exposure on an average. The window period of the P24 antigen test is between 1-8 weeks post infection with HIV and about 95% people infected test positive during that period. It takes about 4-5 days for you to get your report.
The drawback of the test is that the p24 protein levels decline after 5-6 weeks of infection and may not get detected despite being infected with HIV. It means that if 5-6 weeks have passed following infection, the test may give a false negative result.Therefore the test is ideal only for early detection of HIV infection,i.e. within 3-4 weeks of the potential exposure.
It is now clear that the earliest you can take an HIV test following exposure is after 2 weeks.
Standard HIV test/ ELISA test for HIV
The standard test for HIV is ELISA which detects the antibodies against HIV present in the persons blood. It takes atleast 3-4 weeks post infection for antibodies against HIV to develop.
ELISA involves the analysis of the reaction of antibodies present in blood with a HIV antigen containing sample. If the antibodies contained in the blood sample are found to have reacted with HIV antigens,it is a positive reaction. Sometimes it may happen that other nonspecific antibodies present in the blood sample may show a cross reaction with HIV antigen giving rise to a false positive result or a indeterminate result.
The present day ELISA kits have been adapted to detect both HIV-1 and HIV-2 strains of the virus. ELISA kits adapted for differentiating between HIV-1 and HIV-2 have also been developed and are in use currently.The importance of differentiating between the strains lies in the fact that the they behave differently with respect to progression and disease load.
If a person screens positive by rapid HIV test card ,ELISA test has to be performed for further confirmation of the screening test.It takes about 2-3 days to obtain the test results by ELISA method.
3rd generation ELISA
A 3 rd generation ELISA kit detects only antibodies against HIV.
4TH generation ELISA /combination kit /Antigen antibody test
The fourth generation ELISA kit detects both the p24 antigen and the antibody against HIV, in the infected persons blood. It is way more superior to the old 3rd generation ELISA kits. They are successful in detecting HIV infection within 3-4 weeks in most cases. It is costlier than the 3rd generation kits but less costly in comparison to HIV PCR tests.
Having done the above tests can your HIV status be confirmed? No, except for HIV PCR /NAT the tests mentioned above cannot be considered confirmatory test for HIV.You may be interested in what is the confirmatory test for HIV?
If you have tested negative for HIV by rapid card test or ELISA, you do not need any further tests.But testing negative for p24 doesn’t confirm your HIV negative status as the test may not detect the viral protein if it has been more than 5-6 weeks since infection with HIV. p24 antigen test is recommended only for early detection of HIV infection if the exact time of potential exposure is known.
If one tests positive for rapid card test or ELISA,they may need further testing to confirm the positive report. The confirmatory test for HIV is western blot.
Western blot for HIV
It uses electrical fields to separate protein molecules based on their sizes and charges. By this method the HIV specific antibodies are detected. In western blot test antigen antibody reaction is not involved. Hence, the possibility of antibodies against HIV reacting with antigens other than that of HIV and thereby giving a false positive result, is eliminated. False positive given by ELISA can be detected by western blot. Indeterminate results by ELISA also may be confirmed by western blot.
With access to advanced testing methods such as HIV PCR wherein the presence of virus can be confirmed and the viral load also can be quantified, western blot test is becoming obsolete as a confirmatory test.
After having gone through this article,are there are still more queries on your mind regarding how to test for HIV? If so,our HIV testing and counseling team is anytime approachable.
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Our counselors with immense experience in handling HIV related issues will be available to speak to you and provide you with all the details that you require. The privacy and confidentiality of our clients is of utmost importance to us. The counselor will compassionately listen to your concerns and also prepare you psychologically to face the outcome of the test.If during the time of counseling it is known that the potential exposure was very recent, the option of post exposure prophylaxis will also be discussed with you. You will be referred to our experts if you express willingness to take post exposure prophylaxis.
Post exposure prophylaxis in HIV :
Post exposure prophylaxis drugs are given to people following potential exposure to HIV. It is given so as to prevent the development of HIV infection. It needs to be initiated within 72 hours of potential exposure to HIV and needs to be continued for 28 days for maximum effectiveness. It is effective when administered correctly but not 100% effective. So, you cannot be assured of not contracting HIV after post exposure prophylaxis.
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The counselor will meet you again with your test reports. You will be explained in detail the meaning of the reports and advised on further tests if required. All our clients are treated with respect and compassion irrespective of the outcome of the test. If your results are positive, you will be guided through further confirmatory tests and referred to our medical experts for prompt and timely initiation of treatment. You will be provided psychological support and reviewed at frequent intervals.
Hi sir,
I am sundar… Am a bisexual guy… I did anal sex with my frd (receptive side). After the incidend I am having more fear because it’s my first experience…after took hiv eliza test after 37 days of incident and the result came as negative… Till am having Anxiety…kindly give a better solution
Hi S,
Please do get tested again after 60 days. You will come out negative mostly, next time, take precaution.
Thanks,
Dr. Karthik Gunasekaran.
97 days ago I had sex with a prostitute and had oral sex unfortunately came into contact with that female friend’s blood, and the next day I missed my mouth, I was afraid when I had sex, my mouth was already there. the ulcer is small but right after 24 hours of risk, I took pep avonza but did not adhere to it on time, the first time I took it at 13:00 but after a few days I took it 3 hours earlier than the previous time, it was 10 hours Then the next time I drink again at 12:30 and maintain it for 28 days like that, and during that time I have some hiv-like symptoms such as diarrhea, oral thrush and even heat in the body at night but no symptoms. sweating but taking the medicine it helped until the 84th day e had a high fever for 2 days later, on that day i had a dry cough until now taking the medicine but still not getting better but fortunately i did not appear signs of sore throat from the time I was at risk until now, and until recently, I have noticed that there are many lymph nodes under the left jaw, and on the right side, there is also a lymph node the size of a little finger. Before and after completing the pep on 21, 35 days, I had a hiv combo test with a quick test that gave negative results and on day 50 57 67 81 and 89 I had a hiv combo test s/co: 0.05 < 1 also gave The result is negative, with such a result, is there a high chance that I am infected? Thank you doctor have a good day
Duy, please get tested. That’s the only surest way to know if you are infected or healthy.
Hiii doctor,
I had risky exposure condom break for few seconds, with unknown person, after that exposure I did test
85th day – hiv p24 ag/ab test- non reactive
91st day – hiv 1 and 2 antibody test – non reactive, hcv tridot negative
103rd day – hiv p24 ag/ab test, hbsag, vdrl – non reactive
119th day – hiv 1 and 2 antibody test non reactive
After consulting doctor, that I feel so anxious and meet in front, he told me to take rna pcr test
121st day – hiv rna qualitative pcr- not detected
Again I took after 6 months of risk exposure exactly
183rd day – hiv 1 and 2 antibody test- results non reactive
186th day – hsv 1 and 2 – negative
Is it conclusive or have to test again doctor, pls help me doctor, can’t concentrate on any work, Waiting for your valuable response doctor🙏, please help me
don’t worry, you are good
Good morning Doctor,
I had unprotected insertive vaginal sex for a few seconds, and was really scared after that. I took a fourth generation HIV duo test after 34 days of exposure.
Result was (0.18) non reactive. Am I safe? Please help me, I’m very anxious doctor.
Don’t worry, you are safe. Next time, don’t do it without protection. Every time luck won’t be on our side.
Good afternoon Doctor.
I had unprotected insertive vaginal sex, and was really scared after that. I took a fourth generation HIV DUO test after 34 days of exposure. Result was:
0.18 non reactive.
My question is should I retest after 90 days? Can the result of my test change after 90 days? I’m really anxious to wait for so long! Please give me your valuable advise doctor.
Thank you!
Mostly, you should be good. But in any case, get tested after 90 days. Report will be negative most likely, but it’s better to get tested.
Hi doctor, i had sex with sex worker with condom,condom slipped, but my penis end covered when i exposed.I take 4th gen combo cmia test at 4,6&9 weeks all are negative, i have sore throat last 2months, at same time i have stomach ulcer when i expose after 2 days. It’s a symptom? Now complete 80 days im waiting for 90days test. May be stomach ulcer cause sore throat?
Don’t make assumptions. You are HIV free.
See a good general physician for your other problems.
Hi doctor
I had a protected sex with a sex worker after 32 days i got tested with 4th gen and it came out negative. Is it conclusive. Because i have symptoms like cold, mouth ulcer, sore throat.
Get tested again to confirm.
Hi sir,
I have done unprotected vaginal oral sex after 40days of exposure. I have tested 3rd generation rapid test result is negative Am I safe? please help me, I’m very anxious doctor
You are fine and healthy. Don’t worry. From next time, don’t even think about unprotected sex except with your trusted partner.
Hi Sir, I had a unprotected sex on 16th Nov. After ten days I took two hiv test both came a negative report. Again on 30th Nov, I took genexpert rna pcr test and result came not detected. I am bit worried so again on 9th Dec I have tested a HIV RT PCR test in a leading laboratory and result came not detected. But yesterday I got an ulser in my mouth on the inside cheek right wall. So again I took HIV p24 AB/AG COMBO test and result is negative. I couldn’t sleep well for the past few days because of the stress. Pls kindly advice.
Instead of you going and getting tested all by yourself, you should see a good doctor and then go for testing.
1. The doctor will tell you which test you should get done.
2. He/she will check your symptoms and can tell you if you need to be worried.
3. Seeing a good sexologist within 3 days after unprotected sex is important if you are worried. You will be put under Post Exposure Prophylaxis that can prevent HIV.
Hi doctor I tested myself for Hiv rapid hiv test after 12 days of having unprotected sex the report was negative but now after a month I am experiencing little little rise in temperature of my body also felling like to vomit
Please doctor help I am anxious and can’t sleep well
Get tested again and check the results.
Nausea and vomit feeling are common when you are scared.
Hi Doctor I am sai ganesh , I have sex with unknown person with condom but end of the time after sperm out I do continuously girl pushed me then my condom stuck in her vagina I have doubt my mind can spread hiv or anything then I removed her condom from her vagina I asked her sperm come inside to vagina she said no but I have doubt doctor can I get STI ???or disases my sex yesterday any STD transmission Possible??
Don’t worry, you will be fine. If you have any doubt, get tested!
Good afternoon Doctor. I wanted to know if a fourth generation HIV DUO test can be considered accurate and conclusive after 33 days of exposure? Have you personally seen anyone turn positive after a `Negative fourth generation duo test after 5 weeks´. I have read so many articles, but your valuable knowledge and experience will be trustworthy.
Awaiting your response doctor, thank you so much.
Too much of anxiety. I think I answered your question. Relax.
Hi doctor I had oral sex with whomen than I am so anxious because after that I had some infection like red dots in my private area then I when for a doctor he said it’s usuall but I am so anxious then I asked for a check up so he suggested me for some check up all are negative and he requested to wait 45 days to get check for hiv antybody and antigen but I did with in 28 days and the report is negative I am so anxious please help me is it OK or do I need to check again
First, learn to listen to your doctor. Calm down. You are good and healthy, don’t worry.
Thanks doctor
Good evening doctor, I had unprotected vaginal sex 30 days back. If I do fourth generation HIV DUO test now to check whether I have been infected, will the result be accurate? Waiting for your response.
Thank you in advance. I am getting very anxious. Also, does circumcision reduce the risk of hiv transmission?
Rajesh, in many cases, by 30days the person will run a fever. You can get tested now but most accurate will be the test done after 90 days.
Don’t stress yourself, get tested and if the result is negative, you should be good.
Hello doctor, myself Sharath. I had unprotected vaginal sex, and after two days I got a sore throat, no fever. I was worried and waited for 34 days and did fourth generation HIV DUO test from metropolis to check if I got HIV. Result was non reactive. Am I safe doctor? It’s causing me a lot of stress.
You will need to get tested after 90 days. 99% you should be fine.
Hi doctor, I have too much anxiety thinking about hiv. I had unprotected sex for barely a minute with a girl.
I did fourth generation test after 35 days, result was non reactive. The clinician there told me it’s not accurate till 90 days. Now I’m getting very tensed sir. Can my result change after 90 days? Please reply doctor. Thanks I’m advance.
Chances are less but not 0. Mostly you will be fine. Don’t worry.
Next time, use a condom. But you have to get tested after 90 days.
Hello doctor , i had unprotected homosex before 3 month now i tested for HIV rapid it shows now positive. I took test at ICTC center in govt hospital they ask me to wait for 2nd confirmatory test (going to give sample on jan 3rd ) i was in very fear… Pls tell some solution sir
Positive report after 3 months is mostly confirmative. Anyways, get tested again and let me know.
Hi doc, had 8 sec unprotected vaginal penetration and immediately washed off . Taken pep on 55th hour. Tested negative on 14th day for hiv rna n 4th gen elfa/ cmia test. Again tested negative on day 44 post exposure for hiv rna n 4th gen elfa/ cmia test which is 15 days after pep. Finally tested negative for 4th gen antigen antibody on day 75 from exposure which is 46 days post pep. Are these conclusive or need to re do after 90 days
They are mostly conclusive. nothing to worry.
Good evening doctor,
I had unprotected vaginal sex 3 months back. I was waiting for the window period to get over and did the HIV DUO fourth generation test now. Result was non reactive 0.22. Is this conclusive since it has been 3 months now since exposure? Or should I retest after 6 months?
Thank you in advance,
Kind regards.
Should be good. Don’t worry.
Next time, use protection.
Hi doctor,
I had unprotected sex with a girl about 4 months back. I want to get tested for all STD’s including HIV. Can you please tell me the name of the test that I should do? Is it a STD panel test? I stay in Chennai.
Thank you Doctor!
Yea, You can mention STD panel test or test for all possible STDs.
Before that, you meet the doctor, he/she will be the right person to tell you after knowing who is the other person you had sex with.
Hi doctor,
I have too much anxiety thinking about hiv.
. I had protected vaginal sex on 21st, 22nd and 29th June 2021
I’m getting very tensed sir. Please reply doctor. Thanks I’m advance.
If you have used a condom every time and if it didn’t tear, you are good. Don’t worry.
Hello doctor… June 14 th … I was sex with a sexual work lady… Before a sex I weard condom to vaginal sex … I worried to much may cause HIV… I don’t sex with oraly…
After 12 days I check with… Vdrl and HIV 1 AND HIV 2 antibody test for rapid card… That is negative… Some people said 90 days to check… I’m using condom sir…I’m What I do sir … I’m too much worried about this… Tell me a clear sollution sir please
You are good, don’t worry too much. When you worry too much, it puts stress in your brain.
Natural tendency of people is to go to google for every damn thing. When you read about the symptoms, the stress will show all the symptoms in your body after 2 or 3 days and you will get more stressed.
Don’t worry, you should be fine.
Correct sir
Sir I had sex with prostitutes with condom after one week I got mild fever body pains fatigue and I am worried about this symptoms plc tell me when to do blood test to get correct accurate result and I don’t why this symptoms are showing me now I had wear protection
Please see me at my clinic or see a good sexologist near you
Hi sir.. I had sex with before 15 days and I have used condom.. but still I have doubt. Even though I have tested after 10 days with hiv test kit..it’s showed negative. But still I’m fear about hiv..even though I have used condom. And I have seen the google about symptoms and I feeling Its happening me . Like fever and headache and little ithching my hand sometimes.. but after busy in work or other jobs it’s looking gone away.. pls give your suggestion..
Headache also whenever drink tea or tablet it’s gone away..
Stop googling.
Stop worrying, you are alright, mostly.
Get tested after 2 months.
Thanks doctor.. after 2 month which test will be good?? I have tested rapid test after 25 days it’s showed negative..
The rapid card which picture displayed at website
You can go for either Antigen/Antibody or just antibody test for HIV if you are getting tested after 2 months.
Sir June 14 th I was sex with sexual Works lady… Before sex I’m using condom … Is it safe?? And I worried too much … Can I have to take any further test … Or is it I am safe ? So please tell the clear solution doctor
If you used a condom and if it didn’t break, you are safe. Don’t worry.
Sir Iam not hard too make sex… So just 2 min with sex…its not possible to break the condom sir… And I no use to a long time sex… Just 2 min… So I am safe ah sir…
Can I have to any other test sir
Sir I had sex with a prostitute with a condom , but I had done oral sex with her without her having condom. I am worried about getting std . What should I do please help me
Transmission of STD through oral route has some restrictions.
You (if you have given oral), should have sores or open wounds or cuts around your mouth. If you don’t have such sores around your mouth, you are good.
Chances of the woman having STD and you having sores around your mouth are very minute. However, please get tested, you should be safe mostly, but better to be sure than sorry.
I had sex with sex worker with condom 15 days before but now I affected urinary infection like frequently urine, pain in penies and little patches on penies and abdominal pain. Iam fear about hiv.
Arul,
1. You are saying that you had protection. So, the chances of contracting HIV are nearly 0.
2. You don’t know if that lady had HIV, so, the chances are even smaller.
If you are worried, please get tested. RT PCR should give good result because your window is small.
Generally, fever, rashes, throat infection are commonly seen symptoms in HIV infected individuals.
Good evening sir,
I went to test for HIV ( Fourth generation test) after I finished my workout in the gym. Would this affect the outcome of my report? I tested after 100 days, and got non reactive 0.22.
Please advise. Thank you in advance.
Your workout doesn’t affect your report. Get it done anytime.
Hello doctor… June 21st ,22nd and 29th… I was sex with a sexual work lady… Before a sex I weard condom to vaginal sex … I worried to much may cause HIV…I’m using condom sir…I’m What I do sir … I’m too much worried about this… Tell me a clear Sollution sir please
Hello doctor… June 21st ,22nd and 29th… I was sex with a sexual work lady… Before a sex I weared condom to vaginal sex … I worried to much may cause HIV…I’m using condom sir…I’m What I do sir … I’m too much worried about this… and Can I have to take any further test … Or is it I am safe ? So please tell the clear solution doctor.
Good evening Doctor,
I had unprotected vaginal sex with a girl 4 months back. Today, I tested for hiv using HIV DUO, and the result was 0.22 non reactive. Should I test for other stds? I do not have any symptoms as of yet. Its been 4 months now. Please advise doctor,
Regards,
Shyam
Herpes and HPV are two other tests you need to get done.
Thank you for your reply doctor. Should I also test for hepatitis? I have not had any symptoms since the last exposure that was 4 months ago.
Good evening Doctor,
I had unprotected vaginal sex with a girl 4 months back. Today, I tested for hiv using HIV DUO, and the result was 0.22 non reactive. Should I test for HEPATITIS? I have no symptoms, it’s been 4 months now. Or should I test for any other std?
Regards,
Shyam
You should be alright, don’t worry.
Hello doctor, i had sex on yesterday with transgender sex, no oral & no anal and i used condom. Now i stressed too much, fear of HIV .
What should i do now.
If you used a condom and if it didn’t tear, you are most likely safe. don’t worry.
Dear sir, thanks for your reply. Now 7days gone. Now am having slight head ache & fever symptoms , neck muscle also paining in back side. Its because of the rain here or seriously its effect of HIV.
Please help.
Sir I’m using condom before sex ..But I’m anxiety.after 87 days I tested for rapid card test negative.this test enough ah sir. I am safe sir
Yea, you are safe. don’t worry.
Hello Doc,
If you minor cuts in fingers and if we do vaginal fingering is ter a chance of getting infected with HIV
Possible if the other person is HIV positive.
Hi doctor. What is the window period for the hepatitis C Antibody test? I got myself tested after 4 months of unprotected exposure, and result was non reactive. Am I safe?
You should be good, don’t worry. Window period is around 3 months.
Dear sir, thanks for your reply. Now 7days gone. Now am having slight head ache & fever symptoms , neck muscle also paining in back side. Its because of the rain here or seriously its effect of HIV.
Please help.
Sir before sex I’m using condom… But some anxiety from about my side… I don’t use any oral sex…
Now after 36th day sample given healthian lab… They test for ( rapid immuno chromatography )… It’s non reactive … Can I take fourth generation test … Or it’s enough ah sir
not necessary, relax.
Sir I had sex with a lady and I don’t know the HIV status of the lady.i used condom but I doubt that it broke.what should I do?
get tested!
Hello Doctor.
Do syphilis causes false positive HIV ? Have you come across any cases , doctor?
less likely. No, i haven’t come across such report.
Hello Dr,
What are the bands should one get in HIV western blot in order to consider it as Positive?
Awaiting for your reply Doctor.
Thank you.
p24, gp 120/160 or gp 41 – any two.
Hello doctor,
I have tested positive for secondary syphilis and I got my HIV western blots results done .Both were done at the same day. I took western blot after 15 days from the date of exposure.The bands showing are gp160, gp120 and p31 (only these 3 bands) and no additional bands are present. Does it mean positive or indeterminate?
Thank you Doctor.
Sir Actually…when hiv test is conclusive??….How many days after the exposure??….some articles says 3 months & some says 6 month or one year……
A test for antibodies after 3 months is most likely conclusive. Just to be sure, they recommend another test after 6 months.
Sir I take 4th generation duo combo(CMIA) after 42th day … The result 0.06 non reactive sir… What I do sir am I safe sir… In my life
You are safe, don’t worry.
Doctor sir 4th generation test CMIA 0.06 non reactive… You are telling safe don’t worry… can I take again test for 90 days if ( it’s necessary or not sir? )Please tell me sir ….anxiety about my side sir day to day … Is am safe life long negative person …
I didn’t have an unprotected sex …….I didn’t even allow him to kiss …But he kissed on my lips ……..He rubbed his cock against my shorts ….I gave him a handjob…We hold our cock together ..Not head to head …But side ways …….Do i need to start with PEP?
No, not necessary I believe.
Doctor sir 4th generation test CMIA 42th day given blood test 0.06 non reactive… You are telling safe don’t worry… can I take again test for 90 days if ( it’s necessary or not sir? )Please tell me sir ….anxiety about my side sir day to day … Is am safe life long negative person …
Hi Doctor,
By a chance if the semen of an infected person came in contact with my skin(Hand) or in general if the semen gets in touch with the skin(apart from penis), do I need to worry about it? do I need to get tested for HIV? If yes after how many days I need to take the test from the day it happened and what test is necessary? In need of your advice in this doctor. Please do reply. Thanks in advance.
mostly no unless if the semen falls on your wound or comes in contact with your blood.
Sir I have done tri dot kit test result come non reactive .it is enough and safe pls ?
yes, don’t worry.
Hi sir
I had sex with unknown girl for 2mins with condom in this Feb month she gave me blow job without condom and unknowingly I made contact with her vagina thorugh my mouth.
I did hiv 1 and 2 spot test after 4months and results are non reactive.
I test for hiv by elisa after 4months and 5months(July end)and its results are non reactive .
Bt I had symptoms like sore throat and white tongue for past 10days and falling hair for past 2months
Other tests Hepatits b non reactive and vdrl non reactive..
For herpes 1 and 2 values shows 0.4 in results it mentioned as negative but made in block letters
Am I safe?
Pls reply doctor.
you are absolutely safe, don’t worry.
Good evening doctor. I wanted to know the window period for ANTI- HCV test. A lot is sites are saying 3 months after exposure and some are saying 6 months. Which is correct, please guide me?
3 months is indicative and 6 months should be conclusive. But if you test non reactive or negative after 3 months, chances of being positive after 6 months are very less
Sir kindly help me to save from anxity.
After 35 days of exposure with a sex worker (unprotected ) i had done the test of
Western blot
Elisha
VDRL
HEPETITIS B
…….
All are negative …can it be turn to postive after 3 months …..
Now i have anxity about the gentile herps , HPV …
There are pain in my testicle….i don’t have fever from last 40 days…..
Please suggest me what to do…..
And what the tests should i have to done more.
Most probably you should be good. If you get more stressed, you will see unnecessary symptoms.
don’t google, just leave it and from next time, use condom.
Hi Doctor,
I had unprotected oral sex with a sex worker and also had a condom slip a bit during vaginal sex. I started taking PEP from the third day (50th hour).
How likely I’ll be catching up with the STD’s? It’s been 25 days now and I’m having some mild discomfort continuing throughout the day in my penis and testicles. Apart from that I don’t have any other trouble.
I wanted to check with you doctor, can you please help!!
Karthik, have you consulted a doctor before started PEP? If not, you should.
Please don’t self medicate, you will do more harm to your body than good. I think you first need to get tested.
I had protected sex with condom with 2 sex workers yesterday. The condo w as intact and I checked with water after the act. There was no damage of leak. Should I test for hiv. I’m anxious
Most likely you are good. If you are worried, get tested after 30 days.
Good afternoon Doctor. I did the HIV DUO test 4 months after an unprotected exposure. Result was 0.22 non reactive. Do I need to repeat the test at 6 months? I also did HBSag, and ANTI HCV test. Both were non reactive. Should I repeat these at 6 months?
may not be necessary, you should be good.
HIV Rna pcr qualitative 14 days exposure
Test will be negative sir
IAM safe sir for life long
likely. pls get tested again after 15 to 30 days. you should be good, don’t worry, but next time, be careful.
I did protected sex with condom with csw and was so anxious that I tested for HIV on the 11th day after exposure with HIV qualitative RNA PCR test and result came non detected. I being a paranoid kind is still afraid. please provide your valuable advice sir.
dont worry, you are good.
HIV PCR Rna qualitative test for 14 days exposure Will be negative
100% safe sir
Please reply sir
Hi sir.. I had sex with before 15 days and I have used condom.. but still I have doubt. Even though I have tested after 10 days with hiv test kit..it’s showed negative. But still I’m fear about hiv..even though I have used condom. And I have seen the google about symptoms and I feeling Its happening me . Like fever and headache and little ithching my hand sometimes.. but after busy in work or other jobs it’s looking gone away.. pls give your suggestion..
Headache also whenever drink tea or tablet it’s gone away.. fever not always also mild only 30min fever after that’s I’ll be fine..
Hi sir .
I had sex with girl sep/14/2021. And I have tested with self rapid card test kit after 25 days it’s showed negative then after 46 th day with 4th generation self rapid test kit results came negative.
Is it ok ?? Or need to do more test?? To confirm the negative??
You are good. next time play it safe.
Hi sir sep 29 2021 i had a unprotected sex with a trans women feeling annex now as i did erroneously as i was drunk at that time.. What should i do now feeling scared on that now
When such things happen, you need to see a doctor in person immediately instead of posting online. Please take an appointment and see me immediately.
99% of the time, you should be safe but you need to get tested to be sure.
Hi doctor ,I had a unprotected recieving oral sex from a sex worker , and I have not even experienced any other sexual intercourse with/without protection till now , Finally I got tested for HIV after 2years from the exposure ,I went for 4th generation test , result is negative and the index value is 0.06 non – reactive , is I am fine , should I need to get tested again for hiv.thank you doctor in advance , egearely waiting for your response doctor.
you are absolutely fine. don’t worry.
When we calculates the hiv window period from the day of sex or from the day of completing the 30 days pep medicine? does pep delay elisa test window after 90 from day of sex occurs?
It should be from the day of sex. If you are on PEP, please speak to your doctor.
Sir, I was unprotected sex on 28/08/2021. After I took Tri dot kit test non reactive on 25/09/2021. After wester blot test negative on 30/09/2021. I took test PCR qualitative test on 06/10/2021. Any possible This test result will change ?
Hi sir,
I had sex with csw on Feb 2021with protection and had oral sex without protection
I made contact with her vaginal fluids with my mouth
Its almost 7months now.. I didn’t had any other exposure in between
I did test at mid of 5-6 months for below tests
hiv 1&2 elisa – Negative (0.05)
Hbs Ag – Negative(0.001)
Hsv 1 and 2 igm – 0.4 value
Vdrl – Non reactive
Is there any chance of getting hcv and hpv sir due to this exposure..
I have not tested for that till now..
I having throat infection and cold white tongue for more than 2months..
Facing some red spots inside upper mouth..
Get your throat checked up with a general physician first. don’t worry about STDs, as long as you are not HIV positive, you are good.
I’m sathiya I have I know parson sex with condom i have hiv all test for 5 month 12 days . test for non reactive so I have repeat more test?pls tell me doctor
no need to repeat, don’t worry. you are 100% healthy.
Hi sir I’m Ramesh sir 5 month back I had sex with sex worker girl so I’m going to hospital counsel for doctor hiv test for
1] HIV1 HIV2 (NON REACTIVE)
2]HBsAg (Negative)
3]Anti HCV (Negative)
4]VDRL (Negative)
I had sex 18 /4/2021
I have test for 1/10/2021
All Test for negative
So I’m again for test ?
What I do sir am I safe sir… In my Life? Please tell me sir
Ramesh, you are perfectly healthy.
don’t get stressed, don’t worry. you need not go for another round of testing.
next time, be careful.
Thank you so much sir 🙏
Hii sir I had a protected sex ( 2 Condom ) with a sex worker. I found white fluid on the outside tip of the condom. After 35 days I went to the doctor for consultation. Took IDNAT test…
Results :- ( NAT screening done for Viral RNA/DNA )
IDNAT test HIV 1/2 – Not detected
HCV – Not detected
HBV – Not detected
The test is conslusive sir….?
Yes, the test can be considered conclusive. Don’t worry, you are fine.
The white fluid that you see on your condom can be the fluids from the vagina.
Hii sir I had a protected sex ( 2 Condom ) with a sex worker. I found white fluid on the outside tip of the condom. After 35 days I went to the Apollo doctor for consultation. Took IDNAT test , 4th generation Elisa test and RPR test for Syphilis…
Results :- ( NAT screening done for Viral RNA/DNA )
IDNAT test HIV 1/2 – Not detected
HCV – Not detected
HBV – Not detected
4th generation Elisa test – Negative
RPR – Non reactive
The test is conslusive sir or need to take any further test in future….?
Hello sir,
I had sex with sex worker (sex exposure Date :26-10-2021) allmost 16days gone sir protected sex only i do this is first time I had sex. And i remove the condom I checked few hours later and I found white fluid outside of the condom is there any problem sir. But I do oral sex also without protection licking vagina. In my inner and side tongue little bit itching last 7days and very small small red dot is there in only side and front tongue only and no pain. I don’t no this thing in tounge before itself is there or after sex is there. I am in eveyday stressful sir because it willcome HIV or anyother sex disease. Till now I didn’t take any test. Which test I want to take and which day I want to take sir. Is there in your clinic test is available sir. I am in very stress please reply me. If i replayed this message 2times means sorry because connectivity problem.
1. Don’t stress yourself, you may not be infected most likely.
2. Please see me at my clinic, we can have the tests done.
3. Since it is less than 30 days, PCR test needs to be done and it will be little expensive compared to other tests.
PCR TEST How much amount sir. Please reply sir
Tested HIV after 6months by Clia method
Non reactive sir
Is it conclusive?
yes, it is.
Hi sir..
My first and last exposure was feb 2021 with csw
Sex With condom but oral sex without condom she gave me blow job and I give oral sex to her vagina and made contact with her vaginal fluids
After that I did test after 3months
HIV 1& 2 elisa – non reactive
Rpr/Vdrl – non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
After mid of 5-6months took below test
HIV 1&2 elisa – non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
Rpr/vdrl – non reactive
Hsv 1 and 2igm – 0.4
After 6 months
HIV 1 and 2 with p24 clia test – non reactive
After 7-8 months
HCV – non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
But now I having throat infection and uvala grown and touching the tongue some white dots over upper lips
Is this anything related to that exposure
Any chance of hpv ,gonnherra clamdiya I didnt test for these..
Also now I’m going through anixety problems
I met you one time at clinic on aug 2021
Pls help sir..
Don’t worry, you are good.
Good morning sir,
I had unprotected sex with healthy women for three times, Is I am safe sir ?. I am very tensed.
Ramesh, you cannot tell if a person is healthy from the outside.
If it has been over 3 months, go for HIV antibody test. If it is less than that, please see a good sexologist near you or see me.
Hi Sir,
I had unprotected oral sex with unknown person please advise which test should I take and three months ago.
Ronney, you need to give more information.
1. Do you have any cuts or wounds around your mouth?
2. Did you have unprotected oral sex with a man or a woman?
3. Did you take in any of the fluids into or around your mouth during the act?
If it has been 3 months and if you didn’t have any fever or rash, most likely you are good. It is better you take HIV antibody test.
Hi sir I’m vicky I had sex with sex worker girl Sex With( condom ) so after 162 day I’m going to hospital counsel for doctor hiv test for
1 HIV1 HIV2 (NON REACTIVE)
2 HBsAg (Negative)
3 Anti HCV (Negative)
4 VDRL (Negative)
All test for negative
Is it conclusive?
I’m again for test ?
What I do sir am I safe sir…?
Next month my marriage I have Full stressed pls help me sir 😭
Nothing to worry. You are definitely safe.
Good Morning Doctor,
I have given oral sex to the commercial sex worker on last month 18th and ejaculation is done by mastrubation using condom.
After that I had taken three test
4th generation eclia test
PCR HIV RNA QUALTATIVE TEST FOR BOTH HIV 1 AND HIV2
Is I am safe or I need to take test once again after 90 days
If the result of the test was negative / non-reactive, don’t worry, you are safe.
Respected sir,
Myself a Bisexual 28yr old,had involved in unprotected oral sex (as fellator) ,with a male partner on 10 Nov 2021.Though it was for about a minute and had stopped befor my partner ejaculated.I fear of having accquired an STD.
On around 13th day i had neck pain ,a lymph node pain may be and very mild fever like symptoms…And also every googles symptom makes me more worried.
Fearing STD I had given the following teste on the 15th day.
HIV 1 and 2 Spot: Negative
P24 ag/Ab:0.11(Non Reactive).
I had also given the RT PCR HIV qualitative test also and awaiting the results . Kindly guide me through as to what to be done next..Thank you sir.
The more you google, the more you get scared. Get tested after another 15 or 30 days.
You are safe and nothing to worry, I think.
Hi doctor
I had sex before 67 day and did a rapid test and it states negative should I test after 90 days ?
But my body is always tied having fatigue symptoms, body ache , fever, cold, diarrhea.
Stress can cause any kind of symptoms.
Your 67 days report should be conclusive but you can go for test after 90 days also.
Hi I had unprotected sex with boyfriend that I don’t know his status. I got checked after 22 days post exposure with 4 gen cambo came bck negative. Then, after 91 days I took 4 generation test ag/ab with reflex came non reactive also. Again at another month I took 2 test one is rapid test finger prick antibody test and 4 gene test both are negative. So my question is I don’t need any further test like final at 6 months after past exposure?
Please could reply to me. Kindly appreciate
You are safe. Don’t worry.
Next time, avoid or use a condom.
Hi good morning sir
I had intercourse on 13th sep 2021 I test hiv on 27 oct 2021 it shows negative. After the test I had serve body ache, muscle pain and tiedness and slight fever 2 times for 1 hour. I m really worried so much. On 20th nov 2021 I took rapid test and it showed negative. But past 2 days I am having fever, cold, cough and diarrhea. Saw a doctor and gave some medicine for fever cold cough and diarrhea. Urinating having burning at tip . I m desperate need of help. What test and when should I take to close this hiv topic.? Shall I test on 14th dec 2021? If so which test? Please suggest? For pain in tip of urine I didn’t have any discharge. I took urine pcr test on 27th oct 2021 it showed negative for Chlyamedia and gonorrhea. Pls reply. Always google and not able to do next activity. Not able to sleep properly also doctor. Please suggest.
Both times you tested negative. I think you are stressed out and you are actually fine without HIV.
Hi respected doctor ,I went for HIV test after 1 year from exposure ,I went for Ag/Ab Combo fourth generation, automated ECLIA test , index value is 0.06 is i am safe doctor
Hi Doctor,
During a date, I was holding hands of an unknown girl for about an hour. She said she had sex with many ppl. I did not have kiss or sex When I came back, I saw a small scratch in my finger. I am worrying so much for hiv wound to wound transmission since then.
Don’t worry, you are good. HIV doesn’t get transmitted just by holding hands or with the scratch you got. If you are still worried, getting test is the best way.
Sir i have oral sex with girl (cunnilingus )without protection. Sir is there chance of HPV? Sir any test of HPV for males?
Your doubts are valid. The chances of contracting HPV are less because, you don’t know for sure if the lady is infected with HPV.
Yes, HPV can be tested, please see a good sexologist near you or see me at my clinic and we can take it from there.
Hello sir,
Impressed by your way of clarifying the doubts.
My wife got scanned intravaginally for uterus 4 days before. She said they dint use any sleeve or dint sterilise the probe. She is much annoyed that she may get HIV infection. Seeking Your valuable suggestion sir
It is less likely that any good clinic won’t sterilize their instruments. Most of the good clinics do but they may not have done in her presence.
I feel that there is nothing to worry. If you or she is worried, please see a good female sexologist and talk to her and if she advises you get tested, then please get it done.
Hi sir,
Pls help me
I had a sex with sex worker on Feb 2021 with protection but oral sex without protection she gave a blow job and I made contact with her vaginal fluids with my mouth
Tested after 3months
Hiv 1&2 – non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
Vdrl – non reactive
Tested after 5 months
Hiv 1-2 Elisa – non reactive
Hsv 1&2 igg -0.4 but mentioned in bold
Hbsg – non reactive
Vdrl – non reactive
After 6months
Hiv 1 &2 clia – non reactive
After 7-8 months
Hcv antibody -non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
But I had a sore throat for long time and some pimples like lession on under skin of penis and lips
Visited dermatologist he said Fordyce spot.nthing to worry
But Thorat infection is still there and also noted uvala grown and touching tounge
I don’t know y .
I didn’t test for hpv gonnherra clamdiya still now
Is there any chances for this sir?
I met you at your clinic on August 2021
I’m going through lot of anixety and not able to do the regular work and becoming stress.
I don’t know whether this causing white tongue and Thorat infection or some thing else is causing
Thinking more about that expoure
I’m married now I consulted u before marriage only on August
Pls help me to get out anixety
Am I safe?
Can myself and wife plan for baby?
Pls reply sir
Hi doctor ,I went for HIV test after 1 year from exposure ,I went for Ag/Ab Combo fourth generation, automated ECLIA test , index value is 0.06 is i am safe doctor from hiv , please help doctor
Hi doctor , i received a unprotected oral sex and no other intercourse involved and I went for HIV test after 1 year from exposure ,I went for Ag/Ab Combo fourth generation, automated ECLIA test , index value is 0.06 is i am safe doctor from hiv , please help doctor help me
Hello Doctor,
I had unprotected vaginal sex with a girl on Dec 8th. On Dec 10th night I have got extreme chills and fever. On Dec 11th I had sore throat which continued till Dec 13 morning. Now all have subsided.
Am I in danger ? When should I get tested? I am having a lot of anxiety.
1. Is the girl a call girl. If the answer is yes, please see a good sex specialist near you or see me at my clinic.
2. If she is not a call girl, you might be safe but still better to see a me asap.
Usually, the window period after getting infected with HIV is minimum a week to 10 days. If you really got your symptoms after just 2 days after the act, I don’t suspect HIV but still would recommend seeing a doctor and getting tested.
I did protected sex since 140 days ago , yesterday I took tridot test,i tested negative .is this conclusive sir
Yes it is.
Hi sir,
Pls help me
I had a sex with sex worker on Feb 2021 with protection but oral sex without protection she gave a blow job and I made contact with her vaginal fluids with my mouth
Tested after 3months
Hiv 1&2 – non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
Vdrl – non reactive
Tested after 5 months
Hiv 1-2 Elisa – non reactive
Hsv 1&2 igg -0.4 but mentioned in bold
Hbsg – non reactive
Vdrl – non reactive
After 6months
Hiv 1 &2 clia – non reactive
After 7-8 months
Hcv antibody -non reactive
Hbsg – non reactive
But I had a sore throat for long time and some pimples like lession on under skin of penis and lips
Visited dermatologist he said Fordyce spot.nthing to worry
But Thorat infection is still there and also noted uvala grown and touching tounge
I don’t know y .
I didn’t test for hpv gonnherra clamdiya still now
Is there any chances for this sir?
I met you at your clinic on August 2021
I’m going through lot of anixety and not able to do the regular work and becoming stress.
I don’t know whether this causing white tongue and Thorat infection or some thing else is causing
Thinking more about that expoure
I’m married now I consulted u before marriage only on August
Pls help me to get out anixety
Am I safe?
Can myself and wife plan for baby?
Pls reply sir
Hi doctor , i received a unprotected oral sex and no other intercourse involved and I went for HIV test after 1 year from exposure ,I went for Ag/Ab Combo fourth generation, automated ECLIA test , index value is 0.06 is i am safe doctor from hiv , please help doctor
Dr I have had a unprotected vaginal sex and it has been more than 2 months now I have symptoms like prolonged headache with muscle and joint pain and fatigue, yeast in my tongue and my lips remain dry most of the time. I also have neck pain and pain under armpit and groin but no lumps. Most of the time I google and that makes me more worry. The symptoms remain more than 2 months now. Pls advice me
1. Stop googling, you will only make things worse physically and mentally.
2. You didn’t mention fever or rashes in your mouth or skin in your comment, which are common symptoms. Many times, symptoms of HIV show up and subside. You seem to have more stress than any other medical condition I feel.
To-do for you:
a. See a doctor and get tested for HIV, you should be fine.
b. If there is any other medical condition, your doctor will treat you.
Hi sir ,
Need your help
I having one blister on under skin of penis and white fluid coming from that sometimes
Had a sexual exposure with csw on Feb month 2021
Tested after that exposure at 5-6month that is sep-aug 2021
Hiv antibody Elisa and clia two test – negative
Hsv 1&2 igm – 0.4
Vdrl(Rpr) – negative
Hbsg – negative
Anti Hcv antibody – negative
I don’t why these blister present now.
Pls help I consulted you at your clinic on Aug 2021 before my marriage
Doctor please help me ,I got tested after 1 year of exposure ,I went for HIV 1 and 2 CMIA ,Eclia fourth generation test , index value 0.06 ,non reactive is this conclusive and accurate doctor ,so please help me out doctor
100% conclusive. You are fine.
Sir, it’s been 2 yrs since I had sex. But now I have light white marks in vuvla and it is itchy rarely. I used clotrimazole as directed by doctor but it doesn’t go. What maybe the cause? Is it anything serious?
I don’t think it is serious. If it is not bothering you much, I would just keep it under observation.
Or you can come down to see our female gynecologist and get a couple of tests done to be sure.
Doctor I took 3 after the window period one is POC test antibody non reaction and one 4 generation at 4 months. The other was at 92 days post exposure 4 generation to all came bck negative.
These tests are conclusive after 90 days or should I test again at 6 months. I m confused coz in my country cdc said 90 days is pretty conclusive but I can’t get over my head.
The ones that you got should be conclusive. Don’t worry.
Hi doctor
Had exposure with csw on last year Feb protected but unprotected oral sex both
I intake some of her vaginal fluids with mouth and bj without condom
Tested for hiv after 6months from that exposure
Hiv 1&2 combo clia – negative
Hsv 1 &2 igm – 0.4
Vdrl – Negative
Hbsg ab – Negative
Anti hcv – Negative
Now I’m experiencing thorat infection and very low sperm after ejaculation
Pls tell I have not tested for chlamdiya and goneherra still now
Is the current infection are due to that sir
Any testing required?
Shall I come to meet you at your clinic
Pls reply
Hello Sir, I had unprotected sex on December 11th 2021, after that 2 weeks later I had a blister on my lip, which went away on its own, I was scared I had HIV, so I went to do an antibody test on the 23rd of December, which came out negative, I did another one on the 31st of December it also came out negative, I also did another one on the 17th of January this year and it was negative but I used oraquick home testing kit, for the 31st and 17th respectively. On the 17th made it 38 days after possible exposure and still it showed negative, I have a small whitish rash on my arm, I am scared it is hiv Sir, but no fever or any of that sort, but I also goggle a lot and I tend to become scared and anxious about it. Sir please what is your take on this?
you are fine, dont worry
hi doctor,
i had unprotected anal sex on the 12th november. I was the insertive partner. The other person said they was hiv negative and on prep. Showed me the pills.
I have done a 5th generation duo test on week 4 and 8 and both negative. The other person said they have done 2 tests aswell both neg.
Will i be ok?
Yes, you are perfect.
Hello Sir .
What is the window period for rapid test .
Is there 4th generation rapid test available in the testing center .
If tested negative at 70 days can consider as conclusive
non reactive or negative test after 70 days is pretty much conclusive. Yea, we have all HIV test types at our center.
Hello sir,
I did vaginal fingering am not aware of hiv status of partner so I took RAPID serum test from metomale clinic for hiv 1 &2 on 65 day and 100th day it came out negative…is it conclusive ? Should I do any follow up
Don’t worry Arun, you are fine. No further testing or follow up is needed.
Hello Sir ,
After a possible exposure on 25th day I took 4th generation combo non reactive and 75 days I took rapid test( in clinic they said it was 4th gen)it was negative.
Whether this 2 test are conclusive or I need to go for further testing.
You are safe, don’t worry. But please don’t repeat, use a condom.
Hello Sir,
I had sex with a sex worker and I used condom but it broke and I changed it immediately. It’s been 40 days now, I was tested for HIV using a Rapid test kit. It showed a very faint line on my test. The Test was repeated with two different types of Rapid test and all the two were Negative. The test was also repeated with thesame type of kit that showed positive but this time was Negative. I’m worried, please what should I do. I am scared
You should have gone to a HIV or STI Testing center near you and got the report.
Get one HIV test done from a good lab near you and then you can be sure about health.
dear sir I had unprotected sex with married lady 30 day back she has 4-5 sex partners (including her husband) from past 10 years after 7th day of exposure her hiv test done in ictc center and result is negative now any test necessary to me or i’m safe.
Get tested after 3 weeks. She should also get tested.
Imagine the possibilities – the woman was sleeping around with multiple men, those men would have been sleeping around with other women too, right? In that chain, what if someone had some nasty disease?
You can’t trust such people with your life, can you? Use condom at least.
dear sir i tested with p24 antigen home test kit at 29 days this product by microsidd company it is available in flipkart my result shows negative can i believe this result? how much reliable this kit for hiv test
dear i tested hiv 4th generation elisa test at 35 days result negative index value 0.042 is this result conclusive?
Yes dear
Sir,
I have tested on 80th day/ Rapid serum testing in Meteomale clinic and it was negative .
Whether this test is conclusive or need to go for further testing .
And whether difference between 80 ~90 days any impact in testing result . Pls advice .
You are good Arun. Don’t worry.
Hello, Doctor.forgive me for my English.I had unprotected oral sex with a sex worker.After 28 days, she passed the 4th generation HIV test (negative) I passed the test on day 21,28,41,65 (negative) Passed HIV RNA PCR on 41 days (negative) Can I calm down Doctor?Please help me. Symptoms: Pharyngitis, weight loss, diarrhea.
First thing, stop googling. I guess, you are doing that.
Secondly, you are fine, nothing to worry.
Third, HIV doesn’t come through oral (there are some ifs and buts there but just ignore). Get a HPV test done and if it is negative or non reactive, you are good.
Finally, know about Post Exposure Prophylaxis, that can help you avoid HIV, in case if you things repeat in the future.
Fear and anxiety can cause diarrhoea, weight loss and what not.. that will make you google more.
hello sir i want know about hpv is hpv test available for men some websites sasy no hpv test so how to i protect our family from hpv i mean can hpv transfer from toilet, sharing bathroom, sharing foods and drinks sharing bed and bed sheets, genetal to hand etc, please give me clarification because i had unprocted sex my std panel all negetive after 90 days acept hpv if hpv men test is accurate where i take test please sir
HPV can spread even with skin contact. But most often, it spreads through sex.
Since all your reports are negative, you got nothing to worry about.
Hi Sir,
after 60 days of exposure i.e, 30 days after PEP i have done hiv 1 and 2 antigen/antibody test, please tell me do i need to test further? or it is enough? please answer
If your HIV test results are non reactive, don’t worry, you are fine.
Yes sir my results are negative with 4th generation test, but some told me to test at 6 months i am really worried
Yes sir my 4th generation test is negative, but some told me to get it tested at 6 months, i am really scared.
Yes sir my 4th generation test is negative, but some told me to get it tested at 6 months, i am really scared.
Hi sir,
I had unprotected sex with a massage parlour girl,after intercourse immediately i got red lesions on my glans. I checked for entire std profile after 2 weeks everything came negative. On 21st day of exposure i checked for hiv 4th generation ELISA and Hiv 1 RNA PCR test and both came negative, i am full anxious, plz help
By now, I don’t need to tell you that you must use a condom, you are risking your life and your family.
Most likely, you are good. don’t worry.
Hello sir,
I have doubt about STDs. I am gothroughing about HIV and sexual disease. That’s y i am asking this questions.
FIRST QUESTION:
If sex with sex worker girl means it can spread HIV or any other sexual disease through vaginal sex and anal sex with condom.
SECOND QUESTION:
If oral sex with sex worker girl means like kissing, blowjob,licking vagina ,licking vaginal fluid and anal it can spread HIV or any other sexual disease.
Some artical says no it can not spread HIV or any other sexual disease and some artical says yes it can spread. I am little confused about this 2 questions. I want cleare cut answer about this questions. If you give answer means it is helpful for me.
I want to know answer about my questions. Replay for me…
Hi sir your doing a great work
Please note that I’m a bi sexual who had an encounter on 21/05/2022 with an shemale whose HIV status is unknown I gave her oral sex unprotected and received Anal sex protected using condom I took western Blot abiti body test on 28/07/2022 and it came out to be negative kindly advice the test is confirmative or il still in window period
Looking forward for your valuable answe
You are good.
I went to laboratory for std test 1 week ago my test result is normal but laboratory technician is opened needle in front me but a he doesn’t use hand gloves he touched needles in bare hands and needle holder is reused I saw some dried blood in that holder so any possibility get blood born deseases? And that dried blood mix with my blood samples that impact to my result? Please tell me.
That’s bad hospital / clinic / testing center.
There is a possibility of getting blood borne infections. Hold on for a couple of weeks (or a month) and get HIV test done in a better testing center. Most likely you will be fine but just in case to be sure, better get tested.
Dear Sir ,
I have been tested on 11 weeks Rapid ( Serum) test at metromale clinic and the result was negative.
But it was confused with many sources that rapid test are consultive only after 90 days .
And I don’t know i tested with rapid [ 3rd or 4th] generation.
Please clarify me really tensed and confused whether my 11 weeks rapid test conclusive or need for further testing.
Please help to clear my confusion and tensed situation .
Don’t worry. The testing methods have improved and now, you need not wait till 90 days. Your test report is most likely conclusive.
Hello sir,
I had sex with sex worker girl before 10months I do vaginal sex with condom only but oral sex without protection (EXPOSURE DATE:26-10-2021)after 22days form the date of exposure I take all test like HIV1&2, GONORRHEA, HBSAG, ANTI HCV, RPR/VDRL, HSV1, HSV2, CHLAMYDIA in your metromale clinic only. All results are came negative but herpies test only came positive sir this test is conclusive I want to take any future test. I waiting for your replay sir.
Herpes is viral. You need to take medication if you have episodes. We can’t clear it off from your body unless your body fights it off, which is rare.
Test results after 22 days is kind of conclusive but you better get tested for HIV once for confirmation.
Hi Doctor. I had sex on 28th july with a person i discovered was positive. I was put on pep within 12 hours of exposure. I tested immediately after 29 days of exposure and came out negative but am still worried.
Good that you figured that the person is positive. Better that you took PEP.
Most likely the report after 29 days after exposure is kind of conclusive. Just go with what your doctor suggests, you are good.
Hello doctor
This is hanif i took a gmca medical test on 22 august they told me that i have to repeat blood. After 10 days after ten day which mean 2 September they told me that i have hiv then i got doubt and i went to neary by lab and took hiv-1 hiv-2 vdrl hbs ag anti hvc they told me that i am negative and i told then run elisa method
Is there any possible that rapid card result is differ from elisa
Rapid card can give false positives. If regular HIV test after 30 days or at least 3 weeks is negative, most likely you are safe.
Hello doctor,
I kissed a women in a shaddy pub.. it was closed mouth kiss only on lips nothing else happened..I had lip crack is there any possibility of hiv ?
Odds are very less because, that lady should be having HIV (which you don’t know), her lip should be having a crack (less likely) and then you should spend time kissing, which you didn’t. So, you are safe, don’t worry.
Hi Sir,
I have an exposure briefly with a person whose status is unknown on 4th August 2022, and I have done a rapid test from a nearby laboratory with blood taken from vein (They were using Abbott Bioline HIV1/2 3.0) on 10th September 2022 (37 Days after exposure) and it came out negative.
Do I need to be worried or is it conclusive.
Regards
Arun
Sir the exposure was unprotected
By default, exposure means unprotected. Else, you wouldn’t be writing to me.
don’t worry, it is kind of conclusive.
Thank You Dr
Do I need to take another test after some time.
Regards
Hello doctor,I have an exposure briefly with a person whose status is unknown on Jun 28th. I take 4th gen combo test at 4&9weeks. And VDRL take at 11 weeks.i have sore throat and nasal congestion 2 month above. I take another test?tests are during in the symptoms.
Test after 9 weeks of exposure is kind of affirmative. Sore throat and nasal congestion could be due to something else. See a doctor.
I take full std panel test? Now complete 83 days. Should i take std tests now? It’s correct period?
Doctor, Today 84days(12weeks) should i take test or 90 days take test? When i get test? I totally confused.
Hello doctor, i had sex with sex worker with condom.Two times condom slipped,I adjusted and play,but my penis head covered,after expose I removed condom on penis,i washed tap water.i don’t know it’s tear or not.Then i drop a saliva on her both nipples then suck.after 3 days i have sore throat and after two weeks i have nasal congestion I take 4th gen combo cmia test at 23,28,35,43&63days.76th day VDRL all are negative.It’s a symptom?tests are during in symptoms. I have 2 month above sore throat&nasal congestion(not heavy cold). Now 83 days, next test 84 days or 90? When i take? Doctor i should take all STD tests? Im totally worried and confused.
Too much of Googling. Get tested for Covid. Otherwise, you are good.
Dear doctor – I had unprotected sex with a massage therapist on 26th June. On the 3rd day after exposure, I took pep as per advice from a urologist. On the 4th day, I got the therapist tested for HIV. Her rapid card test came back negative. Urologist advised me to stop pep but get myself tested on 30th and 90th day. I am taking antidepressants for 13 years which made things complicated. In the meanwhile, I was diagnosed with GERD (I have IBS) by ENT specialist. No fever though thankfully. On 42nd day (39 days after taking 1 day of pep medicine), I went for Lal Pathlabs CMIA 4th gen test which came back negative with 0.06 index. Couple of doctors I consulted told it is conclusive but i can go for 90th day test for my own satisfaction. So that was in my mind and I read that burning mouth/lips syndrome is mostly due to HIV. I have BMS esp. when I eat little spicy food. My dentist did not see anything abnormal in my mouth. On 83rd day, I went for rapid card test which gave test results in 2 hours. It was negative. Is that conclusive, doctor?
I see that you have a problem. ‘Disbelief/fear/doubt/suspicion’. Even after the doctors confirmed that you are healthy, you are still thinking of going to get another test done.
There is no guarantee that you will feel safe even after seeing that negative report. As long as you are scared, no test report is going to give you “satisfaction”.
Doctor i take 4th generation combo test cmia at 6&12weeks(84days). Came non reaction.it’s correct time to test? Should i take another test at 90days(13week)? Im not take any pep.
You are good. next time, wear a condom.
Hello doctor Good morning, I took hiv duo combo test at 6 weeks and 12 weeks, result came negative. Now can i relax now? Need test at 13 week?
Yes, relax.
Thank you doctor….
Good morning doctor, i had hiv duo combo test at 12 weeks, came negative. It’s conclusive? Should i take another test? I have sore throat it’s related symptoms?
Sure it is.
Sorry doctor, 12 weeks negative conclusive?My sore throat not related hiv symptom?
My sore throat not related hiv symptom?
Hi doctor, on august i had protected sex a tear happened in condom immediately i felt and took out. I tested for HIV 1 and 2 4th generation test at 40th day it came negative and again i took the same test at 50th day result is negative 0.13. Am i safe doctor?
Yea. don’t worry Tommy.
Is 40th and 50th day of 4th generation antibody antigen test conclusive doctor?
Is 40th and 50th day of 4th generation antibody antigen test negative result conclusive doctor? I am very much anxious. Cdc says 18-45 days is window for 4th gen but in few websites it says 90 days common for all hiv test. Am very much worried doctor.. Is 40 and 50 days of 4th gen test negative conclusive
Hi Sir,
I have an exposure briefly with a person whose status is unknown on 4th August 2022, and I have done a rapid test from a nearby laboratory with blood taken from vein (They were using Abbott Bioline HIV1/2 3.0) on 26th September 2022 (53 Days after exposure) and it came out negative. I have done test at 37th day and 43rd Day those also were negative
Do I need to be worried or is it conclusive. should I take other test after some time
Regards
Arun
Doctor 12wks 4th gen combo test conclusive? Should i take another test? Im very confused.
not necessary. go with the result.
Totally i take 6 duo combo test cmia, all are negative doctor, but i have sore throat above 3mnth. Im too worried doctor.
Sir,
I just want to confirm, for future reference, so there will be no difference in terms of window period between 4th gen rapid test combo (ie. Serology assy lab) and laboratory test combo (ie. Elisa)?
Tested negative @ 10 week on 4th generation rapid test . This test are consultive are further any test required.
I think I read a bit much on the internet and I got confused, need your help sir .
No, there won’t be. But better testing can make the window period shorter, surely not longer.
hello sir 10 days before i went saloon for hair cutting barber using old razor and his previous customer a school boy i don’t seen he changed Blade i didn’t experienced cut and wound if he used old blade and razor any possibility of blood born deseases any test need for me
First, the person before you (a boy) should be having an infection such as HIV. Chances are near zero.
Then, the barber should have cut the boy’s body while shaving, again chances are less.
The blood on the knife should get in touch with your blood (through a cut). In theory, the risk is very low. Nothing to worry, you should be alright.
If you are still worried, go for a blood test. If you were infected, by now, you may have seen a rash on your body or a strep throat or fever.(most likely). But if you are healthy in the past 2 weeks, you are surely safe.
Sir I’m karthi
I had sex with sex worker on 25/Jun/2022. After 3 weeks i have nausea and headache for 5 days. I was very nerous and consulted a doctor and the tests taken are
Hiv duo-35,57,64,80,96 at neuberg Ehrlich lab
Hiv eclia antibody test -107 days at Apollo diagnostic
Rpr-35,80,96,107 days.
Hbsag-65,80,107 days.
Hcv ab-65,80 days.
Hsv-2 igm and igg-35 days,igm-96 days.
Gonorrhea and chalmydia -rtpcr at 65th day.
All these results were negative sir.But I’m also thing about this and feeling scared always.Even till now im getting daily continues headaches could it be due to std sir.do I need to test again sir.please help with me sir.
The problem you have is called stress.
You are in perfect health. don’t worry.
Thank you sir
Sir for 2 to 3 days i feel some pain in testis but rtpcr for gonorrhea and chalmydia is negative.
Doctor, i have chronical nasal congestion and sometimes sneeze also, they are symptom of hiv? I have take 6,9&12 weeks duo combo test at metropolis lab in chennai. All are negative.
Then the problem should be something else, not HIV.
Hi Sir
I have given blowjob to a lady for only 4 5 mins in march 2022, I did not got any symptoms then but in August 2022 after 4 months my wife got throat ulcers, we did her HIV antibody TRIDOT, hepatitis and HCV tests all negative, Then I did ELISA test which was also negative 0.18
I also did HIV antibody TRIDOT test to the lady in September 17 which I was exposed to her report is also Negative
I did again retested after 6 months for HIV antibody TRIDOT on 10th october it was also non reactive
But I got lot of anxiety about the symtoms I also have sore throat and pain in the back neck area and headache when thinking about HIV
What Should I do retest again and which test to get confirmatory results.
HIV is only one of the sexually transmitted infections.
Herpes is another one you need to get tested for. Best thing is, see a doctor and you get tested.
Depending on your results (if anything is positive), you take your wife for testing. If your results are negative, then your loyal wife should be good and may be having a different problem.
Hi Doctor,
I am vasanth. I am in Dubai. I have sex with a sexworker and condom breaks aftersome. I consult with a health care specialist and he advised to take Viropil for 30 days and I have taken. After 9 days completing PEP, I have taken ECLIA HIV test and is negative. But i feel little joint and neck pain some times. Is there any Problems. Pls help
Joint and neck pains are not symptoms of HIV or any viral infection, most of the time.
That could be for a different reason. If you have taken PEP, you should be fine. Get tested after 3 weeks and take the result as confirmation.
Thank you for your reply. I will test after three weeks. During the mean time i can have intercourse with my Wife?
Hi doctor,
I had sex with sex worked using condom.. Condom broke immediately pulled out and changed. No ejaculation it was about 20 seconds. Took 4th generation ag ab test at lab using cmia method at 40, 50, 53 all were non reactive. Took 4th gen test again using ICT method at 73rd day it came non reactive. Also took ab only test using eclia method in lab at 53 and 77 days from exposure. Is it conclusive doctor. Do i need anymore testing?
Not needed. You are good.
Hi doctor,I received only blowjob from the sex worker with condom on my penis and I was doing french kissing with sex worker and no other intercourse, is there a chance of getting HIV , I received a blowjob and kiss on oct 20 ,so if I want to test how long I should wait to test myself for HIV and what type of test Is good thank you doctor in advance
Hi doctor,I received only blowjob from the sex worker with condom on my penis and I was doing french kissing with sex worker and no other intercourse, is there a chance of getting HIV , I received a blowjob and kiss on oct 20 ,so if I want to test how long I should wait to test myself for HIV and what type of test Is good thank you doctor in advance
If what you said is what you has happened, you don’t need any testing to be done. You are safe.
If you want to get tested, get a test done after 30 days. If you are in a rush, a test after 14 days can also help you relax.
What type of test should I take if I take after 30 days ?
What type of test should i take if I take after 14 days ?
Please can you help doctor I am scared
We have added a table at the end of the article, please refer to it.
If I want to test as soon as possible from the exposure how long I should wait and what type of test should I undergo and is that test will be confirmative , from exposure today is my 10th day so. Please help me doctor I stressed
Go for antigen after 2 weeks of exposure.
3rd generation lab test
53 days
75 days
83 days
4th generation lab test
40 days
49 days
52 days
71 days
79 days
All tests are non reactive. Is this conclusive sir.
yes, now stop worrying.
Hi doctor can I test after 10 days from the exposure for HIV , what kind of test should I do is it confirmative so please help me doctor I am in anxiety
Doctor, i take 3 duo combo cmia test 28,84 and 114 days all are came negative, i have sore throat last 4 months, last 3 days i have cough when irritate throat that time cough. These are symptoms of hiv? Im very scary doctor.
Hai sir.I had an exposure 3 months back I tested negative for everything only cmv igg is positive(177) and igm value(0.09).Im very afraid sir .is this serious thing sir.Because i have headache some times sir.
Don’t worry about CMV. You think more, your head hurts.
Thank you for the valuable reply sir
Hi doctor
Is metromale hiv rapid test is 3rd gen or 4 th gen? I have tested hiv rapid test kit with 55 days and its was negative. Do i need to test again?
rapid test may not always be right. ours is the latest one.
get tested in a lab.
I got tested in metromale clinic. Its negative after 6 weeks for hiv rapid. I don’t know it was 3rd gen or 4th gen. do i need to test again?
I had protected sex with a sex worker, i got a non reactive result for hiv 4th gen test in lab after six weeks, but i am having sore throat kind of symptoms since 15days even took amoxicillin antibiotics course for relief but did not help much. Should i test again ?
may not be needed. continue with your doctor and follow his suggestions.
Sir Can i get your online consultation
Hai doctor, My urine analysis always shows some bacteria,but urine culture shows no growth in culture.what would be the reason sir.
Please see a doctor with your report.
Sir I took gonorrhea and chalmydia rtpcr after 2 months of exposure,it came target not detected but some times I feel some slight pain in testicles and also urine burning but now I don’t experience those symptoms sir.Do I need to repeat the test.The symptoms i experienced only for 2 weeks.
Your body might have fought the infection. If you don’t have any symptoms now, you don’t need any consultation or medication.
If any symptoms return, please see me or a good andrologist near you.
Now I don’t have any symptoms sir and also my culture is also negative.
I got tested in metromale clinic. Its negative after 6 weeks for hiv rapid. I don’t know it was 3rd gen or 4th gen. do i need to test again?
Not needed. you are fine.
Hai sir I’m karthi. i visited you last week sir.
Hiv rapid – 4 months(metromale clinic)
HBSAg,hcv ab, Rpr, gonorrhea and chalmydia Rt pCr -4 months
Hsv-2 -3 months
Cmv -igg(177) igm(0.09)
I have frequent headache sir. Is the due to any std sir or i have to test for any other.please help me sir my headache starts 3 weeks after exposure.
Hi doctor, I have an exposure on October 20 and on 22nd day after exposure I took RNA PCR test and the result came as not detected so can I take this as a confirmative test or to be on safer side I need to test for fourth generation DUO combo test after 90 days from exposure so please help doctor I am bit stressed thank you in advance sir .
You are safe, don’t worry.
So no more need of any test right doctor? Or I need to test after 90 days as a confirmation ? Thank you doctor
Dear sir I tested 3 std panel in neuberg supratech laboratory first 35 days 3 month and 6.15 month all are nagetive but in 3 month test hsv 1 igg nagative after in 6.15 month hsv 1 igg equivocal why it means I’m positive for hsv 1 and can believe other test same laboratory ( hiv,hsbag,hcv, siphils) any retest needed or move forward without worry I’m confused please answer me in details
don’t worry, you are safe.
Hai sir I’m karthi. i visited you last week sir.
Hiv rapid – 4 months(metromale clinic)
HBSAg,hcv ab, Rpr, gonorrhea and chalmydia Rt pCr -4 months
Hsv-2 igg and igm -3 months
All were negative except cmv igg sir
Cmv -igg(177) igm(0.09)
I have frequent headache sir. Is the due to any std sir or i have to test for any other.please help me sir my headache starts 3 weeks after exposure.
Sir please reply to me sir.thank you in advance
Hai sir I’m karthi. i visited you last week sir.
Hiv rapid – 4 months(metromale clinic)
HBSAg,hcv ab, Rpr, gonorrhea and chalmydia Rt pCr -4 months
Hsv-2 igg and igm -3 months
All were negative except cmv igg sir
Cmv -igg(177) igm(0.09)
I have frequent headache sir. Is the due to any std sir or i have to test for any other.please help me sir my headache starts 3 weeks after exposure
No, your headache should have other reasons.
Get your eye sight checked or see a general physician. Don’t get stressed, you are fine.
Thank you sir