Question
How accurate is a MEIA test after 17 days?
13 October 2010. Related: All topics, HIV testing.
My test was after 17 days the test was HIV 1/2 antibody (included HIV-1 subgroup O) MEIA test. It is non-reactive, is it accurate?
Answer
Thank you for your question.
The MEIA or ELISA tests are usually accurate 12 weeks after an exposure. If you took a test at 17 days it would be a good indicator that you are negative but it will not be conclusive. You should test again between 6-12 weeks after your exposure.
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