Can you get chlamydia and have a negative result until it became full-blown infection?

Yes, it is possible to have chlamydia and receive a negative test result initially, but later test positive as the infection progresses. This is known as a false negative result.

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria called Chlamydia trachomatis. During the early stages of infection, the amount of bacteria present in the body may be too low to be detected by a test, even if the person is already infected. As the infection progresses and the bacterial load increases, the test results may become positive, indicating the presence of chlamydia.

The incubation period for chlamydia can range from 1 to 3 weeks, but it is not uncommon for symptoms to not develop at all, especially in women. This means that a person can be infected and unknowingly spread the infection to others without realizing it. Regular testing and early detection are important for preventing complications and ensuring timely treatment.