How often should you get tested for hiv

CDC recommends everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once. People at higher risk should get tested more often.

At 12 weeks, or 3 months, 97 percent of people have enough antibodies for an accurate test result. If someone takes this test 4 weeks after exposure, a negative result may be accurate, but it’s best to test again after 3 months to be sure.

Everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 should get tested for HIV at least once. If your behavior puts you at risk after you are tested, you should think about being tested again. Some people at higher risk should get tested more often.