Re: Request for information about test that detectsHIVvirus in window period

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Dear Dr. Doshi,

Re: /message/10325

Window period is essentially the period during which a test cannot detect the

infection. This would differ as per the test employed.

Unless we have a test that detects the virus as soon as it infects a person,

every test will have its own window period. As far as screening of the blood is

concerened one will have to consider the cost benefit ratio to advocate a test

with shorter window period.

The best way to avoid blood transfusion during window period is self elimination

by donors who have had some risk taking behavior in previous 4 months.

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