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Is PCR The Most Effective Test For HIV ?

is PCR THE MOST effective test for hiv.do i have to repeat it
Wed, 31 Aug 2011
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Hi,
Thanks for query.
It is very effective test for HIV.
First test is to decide antibodies are formed or not by Elisa method and second test called Westem blot procedure.
Combined both tests give very accurate result.
So you have to for second test.
Ok and bye.
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Is PCR The Most Effective Test For HIV ?

Hi, Thanks for query. It is very effective test for HIV. First test is to decide antibodies are formed or not by Elisa method and second test called Westem blot procedure. Combined both tests give very accurate result. So you have to for second test. Ok and bye.