Because it takes from two weeks to six months for HIV antibodies to develop, if I test negative, how do I know I am really negative for HIV infection?
If from the time of testing an individual uses precautions during sexual activity (latex condoms) or abstains from sexual activities, and avoid sharing needles, when you rests in six months and the test result is negative, you can be assured of a true negative antibody status. You should always remember that a negative test result does not make you immune to HIV infection.
If from the time of testing an individual uses precautions during sexual activity (latex condoms with spermicide) or abstains from sexual activities, and avois sharing needles, when you rests in six months and the test result is negative, you can be assured of a true negative antibody status. You should always remember that a negative test result does not make you immune to HIV infection.
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