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My hiv test did not say any index value.

I had test done antibody rapid test. The result was non-reactive, but it did not say any index value like 0.16 or something, it just said non-reactive. Is the test reliable? I took it after 4 months. Thanks.
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Because you didn't take a test with a cutoff value.
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Ofcource it is reliable.
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Thankyou, but is it still reliable ??? Its based on 3rd generation elisa HIV1 & 2 antibody test. This will be the last time i will ask you, thanks a lot.
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Yes i just had a doubt so i created a new thread, please tell me my test did not mention the cut off value. Is it still reliable??? Thanks a lot.
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