Infectious Disease Specialist Questions HIV

Non reactive Hiv Meaning

Hello I did two HIV tests, both were non reactive. I did the first one 3 months after my sexual intercourse and to be sure I did the second one 7 months later. Both were non reactive. What does this mean? Do I need further test? It is conclusive the result? I haven't had sex since this relationship.

Female | 32 years old
Complaint duration: 20/06/2022
Medications: None

1 Answer

Based on the two non reactive test results, you are HIV NEGATIVE, which is excellent news. It's best to know the current status of the partner you are sleeping with and/or ensure condoms are being used if the partner is male. If you resume being sexually active, you may be interested in Pre Exposure prophylaxis, known as PrEP. You take a tablet daily to avoid acquiring HIV. If you do sleep with someone and are potentially concerned about acquiring HIV, I would test sooner than 3 months ( max of 2 weeks) AND especially if you are developing any symptoms; hopefully knowing the status of your sexual partners makes each partner feel more at ease.