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RNA Virus(sect.4.6)
HIV Testing
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Blood test for ??? is reactive to HIV | antibodies |
| Antibodies are detectable within | 6 to 18 weeks after exposure |
| Newer oral test | detects anitbodies in crevicular fluid |
| What is the window period | People don't produce detectable antibodies for 6 weeks to 1 year after infection. FALSE NEGATIVE TESTS, dangerous time when people may infect others |