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How accurate & reliable are Qualilative Immunoassay,Rapid Cards for detecting HIV after the window period ?
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Rapid HIV card tests (qualitative immunoassay) done after the window period are highly accurate, with sensitivity and specificity of over 99%, making them very reliable for ruling out HIV infection. The window period for modern 4th generation tests is around 4-6 weeks, and a negative result at 3 months is considered conclusive. However, for absolute confirmation, a laboratory-based 4th generation ELISA test remains the gold standard and is preferred if there is any doubt.
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Reliable mostly and sensitive also.but for confirmation you need to wait 8 to 12 wks via 4th gen.hiv test.
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They are quite sensitive however it is recommended to do at least 2 different qualitative tests for better sensitivity.
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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