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PCR DNA test results - how long?

Does anyone know how long it takes to get back results for a PCR DNA test (done as a confirmatory test after a repeatedly reactive EIA and an indeterminate Western blot)?  The woman at my OB's office "has no clue!" but thinks not more than one or two weeks (torture!).
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Thanks, I had the test done at the OB, but maybe I'll get it done again privately if they can get the results back to me fast.  Thanks for the idea.
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i got a few PCR's done before and the wait was 3 days
look up PCR testing in a search engine. i'm sure you can find the reputable company that does them.  i would flat out tell you, but i dont wanna get in trouble on here for "advertising". the test cost me 300 dollars.  they did a complete blood count, EIA, and PCR.  the complete blood count (only thing i cared about was the white blood cell count) came back the next day, and two days after, i got the PCR results. give it a try
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Do you know if pregnant women with HIV usually go to any kind of specialists, other than the regular OB?
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