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Need Suggestions For Accuracy Of PCR RNA Test
Hi Doctor,
I had sex (with condom) with a sex worker and post 7 dyas, I had a PCR RNA test which returned a Not detectable result. The doctor I met mentioned that this test can be considered to be conclusive. Can you please advice me on the accuracy of this test result. I also intend to take a Duo test post 28 days, but wanted some re-assuarnce to calm my nerves.
I had sex (with condom) with a sex worker and post 7 dyas, I had a PCR RNA test which returned a Not detectable result. The doctor I met mentioned that this test can be considered to be conclusive. Can you please advice me on the accuracy of this test result. I also intend to take a Duo test post 28 days, but wanted some re-assuarnce to calm my nerves.
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
Hello,
Your doctor is right.
PCR RNA test done 7 days after unprotected sex has reliability of 99%.
The chances of an heterosexual sex with a known HIV positive female is just 1 in 1000.
Since you were using condom and PCR RNA test is negative,the chances of contracting HIV is as good as nil,however for peace of your mind,get the duo test done after 4 weeks.
Thanks
Your doctor is right.
PCR RNA test done 7 days after unprotected sex has reliability of 99%.
The chances of an heterosexual sex with a known HIV positive female is just 1 in 1000.
Since you were using condom and PCR RNA test is negative,the chances of contracting HIV is as good as nil,however for peace of your mind,get the duo test done after 4 weeks.
Thanks
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