Hello Doctor, I recently did an HIV test using the ICT method about 1 month after possible exposure. How accurate is this test at this stage? Should I get tested again for confirmation?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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The HIV ICT test is a basic screening test and may not fully detect early infections if done only after 1 month. Since antibodies take time to develop, its recommended to repeat the test at 3 months using a 4th generation (CMIA or Duo) test, which checks for both antigen and antibody. This gives more accurate and reliable results.

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Take a HIV 1 AND 2 ANTIBODIES Test

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Answered 10/09/2025

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