HIV Test or HIV screening is used to detect the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). This virus is called the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It weakens one’s immune system, which usually helps the body fight against diseases. This test is performed on blood, saliva, or urine. Every individual is advised to get tested at least once so that they can keep themselves and their partners healthy. Also, early detection of the disease can result in early treatment, which can delay the progression of the disease. Pregnant women should get themselves tested early for HIV so that in case they have the virus, they do not transmit it to the foetus.
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There are two types of testing in an HIV Test - Direct and Indirect methods. Irrespective of the differences, both methods are used to detect the presence of a protein produced by the immune system called antibodies that attach to the virus to destroy it.
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If the patient tests negative, they could either not have HIV or have been recently exposed to the disease but have undergone the test without their body getting sufficient time to create HIV antibodies. In the latter scenario, the patient should get themselves tested again for HIV antibodies after 3 months.
If the patient tests positive in the initial and confirmatory HIV test, they should start treatment for the disease. Although HIV is not curable, treatment and medications can extend and improve the patient’s quality of life.
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What does the HIV 1 & 2 Test Measure ?
HIV Test or HIV screening is used to detect the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). This virus is called the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It weakens one’s immune system, which usually helps the body fight against diseases.
Why should I do the HIV Test ?
You may have to get the HIV test done in following cases.
Has multiple sexual partners
Has unprotected sex
Has sex with someone with HIV
Injects drugs
How is the HIV Test Done ?
The CBC test is a simple blood test with no need for fasting before the test. The blood sample can be taken by the phlebotomist at a pathology lab or at home. At NABL Certified Maurya Labs, the test is done using card which gives a reactive or non reactive result for the test. The sample collection takes less than a minute.
How often should HIV Test be Done ?
Also, people beginning a new sexual relationship or people showing symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection (STI) should get tested for HIV. Those with a higher risk of getting HIV should get themselves tested once annually. When a woman gets pregnant, she should get tested for HIV too.
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