Q and A

Question

Can gaining weight before having a HIV test affect the result?

27 September 2010. Related: All topics, HIV testing.

Answer

Answer: Charlotte Walker

Thank you for your question.

You can find the answer under the section ‘Can anything affect the result of my HV test?’ by following this link.

3 comments

  1. mc •

    I’m sorry I read it over and over again and I didnt see that

  2. Charlotte Walker •

    Under the section I mention titled ‘Can anything affect the result of my HV test?’ it clearly says the following:
    HIV antibody tests are not affected by other infections, medications, vaccinations, putting on weight, eating or drinking anything before the test, use of alcohol or recreational drugs, mouthwash or time of day.

  3. mc •

    It doesn’t say the answer can you please tell me?