Why is a second blood test necessary three months after a person thinks he or she has been exposed to HIV?

Question

(1 point)
It can take three months for the blood test to be read and a diagnosis made.
It can take three months for antibodies to the virus to show up in an infected person’s
blood.
It can take three months for immunity to the virus to show up in an infected person’s
blood.
It can take three months for the virus to grow in the lab so a diagnosis can be made.

Answer 1

The correct answer is: It can take three months for antibodies to the virus to show up in an infected person’s blood.

This is because the body typically takes time to produce antibodies after an HIV infection, and testing too soon may result in a false negative. After exposure, it is recommended to have follow-up tests at intervals (such as three months) to ensure accurate results.