- male
- 30 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've been exposed to HIV around 48 days ago and now I'm starting to notice some symptoms. I'm really concerned and am wondering what kind of test I can take at this point to confirm if it's HIV. Can you help guide me on this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Hiv elisa test is advised to the patient.
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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