| Consensus-based statement 6.S6 | |
|---|---|
| Expert consensus | Level of consensus +++ |
| If a test is carried out to exclude intrauterine transmission, then it must be carried out within 24 h post partum. It is important to be aware that if testing is done immediately after the birth, it may result in a false-positive result due to transient contamination by maternal secretions. | |
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