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HIV HY
sshahraz - 02-26-08 19:55
both elisa and western b. of a neonate born from a proven case of aids is positive. what would be the next step?
A. immediate ART with single agent
B. immediate ART with multiple agents
C. Continue with PCR for definitive dx
D. wait for a certain period of time and go on with elisa and western b
E. repeat western b.
sshahraz - 02-26-08 19:55
both elisa and western b. of a neonate born from a proven case of aids is positive. what would be the next step?
A. immediate ART with single agent
B. immediate ART with multiple agents
C. Continue with PCR for definitive dx
D. wait for a certain period of time and go on with elisa and western b
E. repeat western b.
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Re: HIV HY TheOne - 02-27-08 11:26 D. Wait for a certain period of time (3-6 months) and go on with elisa and western b.
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Re: HIV HY
sshahraz - 02-27-08 11:32 Well-done!
The answer is D. It is a tricky question. I also wonder that PCR is not far from a reasonable next approach. So, if you don't see the choice D in your exam go for PCR without any doubt.
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