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reliabilty of tests

by Dhalsim, Apr 11, 2009 07:24PM

I asked by doctor to check me for STD while I do my blood work. It is scheduled for 5 and a half weeks after my last sexual encounter. My question is how reliable is a test, particularly a negative test after 5 and a half weeks.

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by auntiejessi

, Apr 11, 2009 07:53PM

Well, it depends on what you were tested for. Your syphilis test will be fine. If you were tested for HIV, it would have about a 90-95% accuracy. Herpes is probably about 50-60% accurate.

However, gonorrhea and chlamydia blood tests are not all that accurate at any time, and a urine or swab test should be done to determine if you have an active infection.

Aj

by Dhalsim, Apr 12, 2009 08:33AM

i should clarify, they are also taking urine and specifically checking for gonorrhea and chlamydia.

by auntiejessi

, Apr 12, 2009 10:28AM

Oh good. Then your gonorrhea and chlamydia tests will be conclusive.

Aj

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