Seroconversion

[bluebell81]

I have one question I need clarified, please.

I have heard from a few people on these boards that the average seroconversion rate is 22 days post exposure.

Does this mean a person who contracted HIV would test positive on an antibody test the day they seroconvert? Or does it still take a while longer for the body to make enough antibodies to show on a test?

Thank you!

[regularjoey]

That's why Dr.H. is generally happy with a neg test at 4-6 weeks )))

[regularjoey]

Average seroconversion time means just that!
50% of people will test positive for antibodies to HIV 3 weeks post-infection.

vast majority (90%) by 4 weeks.
almost everybody by 6 weeks.

To all of you sitting on a 6-week negative - relax )))

[bluebell81]

I need this clarified also.

I want a clear answer on this.

[freak_2007]

Can someone clarify this average seroconversion time of 22 days is? Does the fact that average time to serconvert is 22 days mean that it is also possible some people seroconvert before 22 days? or does it mean on an average, xx% of people seroconvert in 22 days? Whats up with the 50%figure?
Sorry if the questions are silly but need this clarification.
thanks

[objetoficticiogrande]

If seroconvert mean get sick. I got sick before 22days, so I would like answer too.

[bluebell81]

lmao...the accent is back