[Question #11131] Confusion on window period
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16 months ago
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Hi sir,
I need one last advice from you because of conflicting information , I am unable to move on.
In the below link doctor Hunter mwntioned that if Coinfection happend, they will be delay in positive HIV result.
https://www.healthtap.com/questions/6716437-does-hcv-coinfection-expand-only-window-period-for-antibody-tests-of-hiv-or-does-it-have-any-affect/
1)I understand that getting hepatits C is rare through sex, but say coinfection happend, then what is the window period for HIV RNA test, HIV 4th gen and HIV antibody test (for both HIV-1 ams HIV-2).
2)I had exposure with African before 100 days, say i contracted HIV-1 or 2 then, and after few days say i got infected with hepatitis C via a needle and still in acute phase, how much it will delay my HIV RNA test, 4th gen and antibody test.
3)Does doing HCV qualitative rna test rule out acute HCV after 45 days from exposure rule out HCV?
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16 months ago
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4) I seriously dont know when to stop testing with all these delays.I might marry in few months and I dont know when to stop testing so that my future spouse is safe.
5)If i have HCV symptoms, will my HCV antibody test be positive?
Below is the comment of Doctor Hunter sir in the mentioned link
Dr. Hunter Handsfield
This reply was 2-3 years ago. We now know that there is a small possibility of new HCV infection to delay positive HIV test results. It is still true that HCV is nor sexually transmitted except in MSM
This reply was 2-3 years ago. We now know that there is a small possibility of new HCV infection to delay positive HIV test results. It is still true that HCV is nor sexually transmitted except in MSM
6)What are few things that can affect hiv-1 and hiv-2 seroconversion.any STIs?
I beg you to help me sir.
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16 months ago
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I wanna mention, my hep b snd hep c and 4th gen eclia is negative on 28th and 45th day.
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Edward W. Hook M.D.
16 months ago
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You should not try to repeat your questions using a different user name. You have been warned and trying towork around your previous interactions is not appreciated. You do not have hepatitis C. You do not have HIV. Your are worrying needlessly. EWH---
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Edward W. Hook M.D.
16 months ago
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The link you are fixated on is out of date. EWH---