Help me understand these results

[familylove]

I am going to set up a time to see my doctor, however, I would appreciate a little insight before then.  I received results in the mail as to a recent blood sample given when at my annual ob/gyn visit.  They offered the HIV test, and I said "sure".  I am married, and it has been years since having another partner (pre-marriage), but since I have never been tested, I went ahead and did so.

Test date was 1/9/09.

Reads like this:
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Procedure
HIV 1-2 Interp i     Negative

Important: The HIV screening test performed is a screen for both HIV-1 and HIV-2.  Positive results are confirmed by Western Blot for HIV-1 antibody only.  If Western Blot is desired to confirm the presence of HIV-2 antibody, a physician order must be placed.
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So really, all that is freaking me out is the second sentence in that "Important" section.  I think they are just telling me if HIV-1 antibody were positive, it would be confirmed by Western Blot.  They told me the health department would contact me if I had a positive result, and I have not received any phone calls.  Again, it has been years since any possible exposure...

Thanks

[LIZZIE LOU]

you're negative...nothing to worry about.

all positive results are confirmed by a western blot to rule out a false positive result.

[familylove]

Thanks!  What a relief!  It is a blessing to have the community to ask questions.  Have a great day.