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Is it OK to test HIV through Qualilative Immunoassay,Rapid Card after 5 months of potential exposure?
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In my opinion, 5 months is a fairly long window after exposure and it's fine to do the Rapid card test. I would consider it as a conclusive result( negative).
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Yes, you can check through rapid card
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Yes, its conclusive
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Yes, can be conclusive.
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Yes, testing at 5 months after a potential exposure is well past the window period for all standard HIV tests, including rapid card and immunoassay tests. The window period for modern 4th generation tests is 45 days, and for rapid antibody tests it is up to 90 days. A negative result at 5 months is considered conclusive and reliable.
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Kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
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Need few more details for further evaluation please consult
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Dr. Nareshkumar V
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4 yrs exp
Chennai
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
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Do connect and consult
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Mr. Bhanu Prasad Reddy
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Can help you , kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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