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Does HIV Test Under ECLIA Provide The Same Results As ELISA?
Brief Answer:
same results
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX
ECLIA and ELISA are essentially the same tests. They are synonymous.
Yes, HIV test under ECLIA provides the same results as ELISA. There is no need to undergo another ELISA test for the same.
If your ECLIA test is negative after about 3 months of a risky exposure, then it is conclusive.
There is no need to repeat the test.
Hope this is clear to you.
Regards,
same results
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXX
ECLIA and ELISA are essentially the same tests. They are synonymous.
Yes, HIV test under ECLIA provides the same results as ELISA. There is no need to undergo another ELISA test for the same.
If your ECLIA test is negative after about 3 months of a risky exposure, then it is conclusive.
There is no need to repeat the test.
Hope this is clear to you.
Regards,
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