Question

Is my HIV test conclusive after 12 weeks?

13 May 2010. Related: All topics, HIV testing, HIV transmission.

I have just had an HIV test which came back negative. This was at the 12-week mark. Everywhere says that results are conclusive at 3 months (which is more like 13 weeks). Can I take the 12-week negative result as conclusive or do I have to have another test?

Thanks

Answer

Answer: Charlotte Walker

Thank you for your question.

Most modern tests are accurate 3-4 weeks after exposure. If you have taken a test at 12 weeks and it was negative and you have not exposed yourself to HIV during those 12 weeks then you do not need to take another test.

For more information on HIV tests please follow this link.