• Male
• 45 Years
• 03/07/2023

Question

Are the DNA PCR tests reliable for HIV if done after 14 days?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Bhanu Prakash

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• AFIH
• Advanced certificate in critical care medicine
• Fellowship in critical care medicine
• 10+ Yrs

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Yes, however get a repeat test done after 90 days for best results

Dr. Bhanu Suggests...

Take a CHIKUNGUNYA IgM - HR Test or Take a Anti Smooth Muscle Antibody (Qualitative) Test

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Answered 24/07/2025

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