PCR tests cannot give conclusive test results.
Which one is more reliable Teak? Surely a PCR detects the virus where as an antibody detects response ? Why is an antibody considered conclusive?
The antibody test at 3 months post exposure.
A p24combo is excellent at 4 weeks,followed up by an antibody test at 3 Months.The HIV RNA by PCR is good for early detection but is not a stand alone test.
The question was; "Which is more reliable. A negative PCR test in the window period or a negative antibody test after the window period?"
The negative antibody after the window period.Sorry,didn't read the post properly.
What is the science behind that? I thought looking for something directly would be easier than looking for a reaction to something? Thanks for the response.
That question was already answered;
PCR tests cannot give conclusive test results
A negative antibody test at 3 months is conclusive.
So you would take a neg 3 month antibody over a neg PCR? In terms of accuracy & reliability?
Reread the replies you have already been given.