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VDRL or FTA/ABS

I would like to know what is the difference between these 2 test ? and if  FTA/ABS can be done instead of teh VDRL  :) ?
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101028 tn?1419603004
we recommend having the vdrl done first. If it's positive, then we perform additional testing like the fta/abs to confirm the positive.

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Thanks a lot Grace  , from now on i will be extremly  careful wiht sexual acticites thank you for your support Grace God Bless you :)
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101028 tn?1419603004
yep - congrats!
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Hi Grace ,  

Me again i finally got testing just for peace of mind  instead of VDRL my Dr used RPR test i haved been tested after 3 months exposure  should i consider it conclusive ?
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Thank you grace  :)
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