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Accuracy of rapid test at 25 days

Hi, I was wondering if someone would be able to advise me;

Approx a month ago I had a very low risk exposure with a male which consisted of unprotected oral both ways (no ejaculation) and anal fingering.

For peace of mind I decided to do an hiv rapid antibody test at 25 days. I am aware that 25 days is not conclusive but I've read that most I dividials will show detectable antibodies by the 25th day. Is this correct? Is this a good sign?

Thank you
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In some people, yes.

But I think in your case, you would be better waiting until 28 days; take a 4th Gen test and get your negative result.
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Thanks for the reply. I realize the test is not conclusive until 6 weeks to 3 months but I'm asking if antibodies usually show up by the 25th day?
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P.S you had a negligible risk. Less than 1℅.
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Rapid test.I take it you mean: Insti 60 second.
It will be considered accurate from 6 week's. 90 days is still the official advice for conclusive result.
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