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  • 22/01/2025

I'm just curious about how reliable the HIV rapid test is at the six-month mark, like after 180 days. Can you share if it's considered conclusive by then?

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Dr. Dr Chandra P

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No it's not confirmatory, it's screening test, confirmatory test would be ELISA.

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