HIV test taken after 21 days of exposure is accurate? I know after 3 months is conclusive. But heard that through rapid HIV 1 and 2 testing can able to see the antigen developed after 21 days. Moreover I get negative after 21 days of being involved in protected sex. Do I have to take after 3 months or it's good enough.

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