- Female
- 31 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm worried about my HIV test results. They came back nonreactive with an observed value of 0.16. Does this mean I might have HIV, or is everything okay? I'm also a bit anxious about the chances of getting it in the future. If I take the test again, is there a possibility that the value could increase?
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Your HIV test result is non-reactive, meaning you do not have HIV. The observed value of 0.16 is well within the normal range for a negative result. The value won't increase unless you are exposed to the virus in the future, so practice safe measures to stay protected.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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