The results of my test after unprotected intercourse.
After 26 days of, anti-HIV 1/2 neg.
35 days after the, elisa neg. (3 gn.)
40 days later, the duo hiv ag / ab neg.
48 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
62 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
73 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
What is the risk that I get.
Please comment.
Hello and thank-you for using AIDS Vancouver Helpline as your source of information about HIV/AIDS.
First of all, it is great to hear that you have been tested. Unprotected sex does pose a high risk of HIV transmission, which can be dramatically reduced to a low risk activity if a condom is used.
The window period of an ELISA test is 4 weeks (28 days) to 3 months (84 days), with 95% of infections detectable with 4-6 weeks (28-42 days). Your negative ELISA test at 73 days is a very good indicator of your status, however, since official HIV guidelines recommend testing at 3 months (84 days) for completely conclusive results, I would recommend getting re-tested once more just to be definite (although I predict your negative results wouldn't change).
I hope this helps answer your question and if you have any other questions or concerns, please feel free to call or email us.
Take care,
Stephanie
AIDS Vancouver Helpline Volunteer
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Test duration is enough?
Test duration is enough?
After 26 days of, anti-HIV 1/2 neg.
35 days after the, elisa neg. (3 gn.)
40 days later, the duo hiv ag / ab neg.
48 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
62 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
73 days later, the elisa neg. (3 gn.)
84. day I was in our test.
Hiv 1/2 ab/ag Was negative.
Another test Is there any need?
Thanks.
Hi again,
Hi again,
As was stated, a negative result at or after 12 weeks post exposure, with no possible exposures in the interim can be considered conclusive for no current HIV infection. Your negative result at 84 days means that you do not have an HIV infection at this time, as long as you have not had any possible exposures since the one 84 days prior.
I hope this information helps to rest your mind.
All the best,
Jonathan
AIDS Vancouver Helpline Volunteer
helpline@aidsvancouver.org
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www.aidsvancouver.org/helpline
Another test Is there any
Another test Is there any need?
No, there is no need for
No, there is no need for another HIV test. Your negative result at 84 days indicate that you are not HIV+.
Take care,
Elyse
AIDS Vancouver Helpline Volunteer
E-mail: helpline@aidsvancouver.org
Phone (Mon-Fri 9-4pm): (604) 696-4666
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One last question?
One last question?
Last HIV my test, 1 month ago,Hepatitis B vaccine, they did me.
1 month after vaccination, the last HIV affects our test?
Give false negative?
Hi there,
Hi there,
No, hepatitis vaccinations will not change your HIV test results, inhibit the production of anti-HIV antibodies, or change the duration of the window period.
Have a good day,
Kamani
AIDS Vancouver Helpline Volunteer
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Phone (Mon-Fri 9-4pm): (604) 696-4666
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Thank-you!
At last! Somehitng clear I can understand. Thanks!
Hepatitis fears!!
On 21st feb recieved a blow job off a friend who i believe to be hep b positive there were no cuts or sores in her mouth or on my penis Neverless im in an awful state bout it consumed by worry n anxiety Have been feeling like shit have had some pain on right side but could be pychosomatic pls help Grant
Hepatitis fears!!
Also as a side note is 3months sufficient time to test for hep b and c and hiv after possible exposure? Some sites and docs say 6 mths! Whats the truth?
Hep B Testing
Hi there,
Unike HIV, Hepatitis B is only passed through blood to blood contact. Only in rare cases do we worry about Hep B & C transmission through sexual activities. Saliva does not harbor the hepatitis virus. Based on this exposure alone, I would not recommend testing for Hepatitis B.
In response to your second concern regarding sufficient time for testing: according to international testing guidelines, an HIV test performed at 3 months post exposure can be considered conclusive. The incubation period for Hepatitis B is a bit longer however (6 weeks-6 months.) If you haven't got tested already for Hepatitis B, HIV, or other sexually transmitted diseases it might be a good idea to do so now. I would recommend trying not to focus on your symptoms: this is because a lot of infections have similar ones! Getting tested is the only way for you to know for sure what is causing them. In addition, if you are concerned about Hep B, you may want to look into the possibility of getting vaccinated. There is a vaccine for both Hep A & B.
Keep Smiling,
Elyse
AIDS Vancouver Helpline Volunteer
Hepatitis fears!!
Thnx so much for ur speedy reply. Ive made myself very ill in terms of worry/fear/anxiety u see i suffer with mental health issues actually mood disorder/ psychoses schizophrenia and depression and this encounteph has made me feel very low and very rough wen b4 this had a positive outlook on life and felt bright and healthy. Some dr's online said thi7 type of exposure is almost zero risk do u agree? Whilst aduise there i7 a risj. I testdd at 8wk7that was normal and wil te7t 4n week which'l b 3 mths if negative can i move on or wait wat will b another excruc4atìng 3mth$ god n6?
Re: Hepatitis
Hi there,
It sounds like you are very anxious about having acquired Hepatitis. I hope that there are people in your life that can support you as you continue to learn about Hepatitis and accept your negative test results. If you are living in the Greater Vancouver area, I would be happy to provide you with referrals to some support services that can help you navigate these fears in relation to the disorders you describe.
I am not sure what type of exposure you had, as the original question & answer to this post was discussing unprotected sex & you did not mention here what your exposure was.
Regardless of how risky the exposure was, your test results will be accurate and reliable. Also, if you received a Hep B vaccination, then it is very unlikely that you could have acquired Hep B, even if you were exposed.
As Elyse mentioned above, HIV testing is conclusive at 3 months but Hep B & C testing requires up to 6 months (26 weeks) for definitive results.
Please let us know if there is any other information we can provide you.
All the best,
Monica
AIDS Vancouver Helpline
Hepatitis fears!!
Pls respond to last post.
Response Time
Hi there. Thank-you for using AIDS Vancouver as your source for HIV/AIDS & related information.
It may be helpful to note that it sometimes takes up to 48 hours (2 days) for us to respond to incoming posts. Depending on the number of new posts, commnets, emails and phone calls, sometimes there will be a delay in responding to questions/concerns.
Although we can understand while sometimes this wait time can be difficult, we do appreciate your patience & also encourage you to call and speak with us directly to more immediately and fully discuss your questions and concerns.
In health,
Monica
AIDS Vancouver Helpline
604.696.4666, Monday-Friday 9am-4pm PST
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