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When to test after using PEP?

How long can I take an antibody test after using PEP?
after using PEP for 4 weeks. how long should I do test accurately?
thank you very much

31 March 2008 • Related: All topics, HIV testing, HIV transmission, PEP/PEPSE Post Exposure Prophylaxis

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You can test after the PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) course is finished, and then test again 3 months later.

There is a chance that if PEP is not effective, it would delay the time to seroconversion, hence the reason for the second confirmatory test.

Answer: Simon Collins

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