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Q: HIV Tests

asked by: Zuma36 on January 13th, 2009

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Hi.

I am freaking out. I had unprotected sex over a year ago and didn't use a condom.

My first question is. If I didn't ejaculate in her, am I less suceptible to the virus.

Next question is: I want to take a fast test, like know the result that day.

The free test at school is one where you have to wait a week.

Last night I couldn't sleep because of this fear. I want to find out ASAP.

Are their fast tests? What are they called and how do they work?

Thank you.

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Mame

replied on January 14th, 2009

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Ejaculating into her doesn't affect your risk of the virus. Having unprotected sex definitely does, though.

The tests take a while because they are sent to the pathology labs for immunoassay. I would suggest taking the test from school because doing it privately with your GP would require extensive scheduling.

Users who thank Mame for this post: homerx

Zuma36

replied on January 14th, 2009

New User

Thanks.

What does GP mean?

homerx

replied on January 14th, 2009

Moderator

General Practitioner...in other words,your family doctor.

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