Can vitamins affect HIV test?

There is no reason to second guess your definitively negative HIV-antibody test results. Neither vitamins nor medications to treat shingles will affect the validity of your HIV-antibody test.

Can anything affect HIV antibody test?

HIV antibody tests, confirmed by the second test, are not affected by other circumstances. This includes infections, medications, most vaccinations, putting on weight, eating or drinking anything before the test, use of alcohol or recreational drugs, mouthwash or time of day.

How accurate is HIV antibody test after 3 months?

Tests 3 months after exposure should be 99\% accurate. If you are having symptoms of HIV, see your doctor right away. Your doctor may want to use a test that can look for the virus directly in your body.

Can you get a false-negative HIV test after 3 months?

Some people take longer to develop antibodies against HIV. Early testing could result in a false-negative result. It’s also a good idea to consider a repeat test 3 months after an initial exposure, or the end of the window period, and another 3 months after that to be sure the results are negative.

Can I take vitamin C with antiretroviral?

Limited studies have found a reduction in antiretroviral concentrations with Vitamin C intake and that high doses of vitamin C may significantly reduce indinavir plasma concentrations.

Can I take vitamins while taking ARV?

So long as you use recommend dose they will not do any harm.

What foods reduce viral load?

Eat foods high in these vitamins and minerals, which can help boost your immune system:

• Vitamin A and beta-carotene: dark green, yellow, orange, or red vegetables and fruit; liver; whole eggs; milk.
• B vitamins: meat, fish, chicken, grains, nuts, white beans, avocados, broccoli, and green leafy vegetables.

Can I take supplements while on ARV?

HIV specialists advise that a healthy, balanced diet is enough and there is no need for supplements. Evidence that supplements have any effect is limited. Mega dosages of any nutritional supplement are not recommended (see High doses of vitamins and minerals, below).

Can a negative test result for HIV be positive?

A positive test result for HIV will require additional testing to confirm the result. In some cases, a negative test result for HIV may also require additional testing. Read on to learn more about HIV test accuracy, how testing works, and the different testing options that are available.

How soon after an exposure to HIV can you get results?

With a rapid antibody screening test, usually done with blood from a finger prick or with oral fluid, results are ready in 30 minutes or less. The rapid antigen/antibody test is done with a finger prick and takes 30 minutes or less. The oral fluid antibody self-test provides results within 20 minutes. How soon after an exposure to HIV can

Can certain medications affect HIV test results?

The answer is No. None of the medications can effect or alter the results for HIV test. Though medications like PreP and antiretroviral medications can effect the progress of hiv infection to Aids.

What happens to HIV antibody tests when you are undetectable?

HIV ANTIBODIES WHEN YOU’RE UNDETECTABLE. Antibodies are still present in individuals living with HIV—even people who have suppressed their viral load. That means people living with HIV will still test positive for HIV on an antibody HIV test even if their viral load is undetectable. The virus may be undetectable,…