HIV Test in Pune
HIV Test in Pune
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The HIV Test is a blood test that detects the HIV Infection. Book HIV test in Pune with Pathofast Lab for home sample collection.
The test has various names like HIV-DUO/ HIV-COMBO or HIV-1/2 Antibodies test and can detect the infection at 6 weeks
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What is a HIV Test?
An HIV Test is a blood test that detects the HIV infection. The test detects combination of HIV P24 antigen (viral particle) and HIV 1/2 antibodies and hence is called 'combo' or 'duo' test. It is a 4th generation test and recognized by the WHO(World Health Organization).
What is HIV?
HIV(Human Immunodeficiency virus) or AIDS is a viral infection that spreads through unprotected intercourse or contaminated blood. It can be detected by blood tests.
Who should do this test?
The test is intended for individuals with multiple partners,those who engage in unprotected intercourse, homosexual men, before marriage or hospital admission, intravenous drug users, in preventive health checkups and during pregnancy. Check list of symptoms for more information.
Procedure of HIV Test
To do this test, no special precautions or preparation is necessary. It can be done at any time of the day, and you do not need to be fasting for this test. The test involves providing a single blood sample
What is Included in the Report?
This test will check for the presence of HIV p24 antigen and the HIV-1/2 antibodies.
The report will include a single result - Reactive or Non-reactive (combined for both antigen and antibodies). Check the Sample Report PDF for the exact format of the report.
Normal Range of HIV Test
The normal range of the HIV test is non-reactive.
Test Accuracy and how soon can it detect HIV?
This test is 99.8% accurate and can detect HIV as early as 6 weeks after exposure. The test detects HIV P24 antigen and the HIV 1 and HIV 2 antibodies. As a result, it is very accurate and reliable.
If you were exposed less than 6 weeks ago, we recommend HIV RNA tests instead.
Summary of HIV Test
| Cost | Rs.600 |
| Sample Type Required | Blood Sample |
| Home Sample Collection | Available |
| Reports Ready In | 2-6 hours |
| Purpose of test | Detects HIV infection presence. |
| Intended for | All genders (Age 13+) |
| Fasting Required | No |
| Total Tests | 1 |
| Doctor's Prescription Required | No |
| Reports Available By | PDF available through Watsapp,Email and Hardcopy(on request) |
| Other Names | AIDS Test, HIV Combo, HIV Duo, HIV 1/2 Antibodies test, HIV P24 Antigen Test |
| Test Method | Lateral Flow Immunochromatography |
| HIV Test Normal Range | Non-reactive |
Who should do the HIV Test?
The HIV Test is intended for high-risk individuals and sexually active people.
List of symptoms that may mean you need a HIV Test?
Eligibility Criteria for HIV Test
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Pathofast for HIV Test
Pathofast Lab in Pune, is the best lab in Pune for accurate and reliable blood tests. Our lab is located conveniently in the center of Pune and we also offer home sample collection for the HIV Test in various areas of Pune.
You can be assured of quality service and timely and accurate reports
Home Sample Collection is Available for HIV Test at the following locations in Pune :
- Jangli Maharaj Nagar
- Ravet
- Viman Nagar
- Shastrinagar, Yerawada
- NIBM Undri Road, Kondhwa
- Camp
- Aundh
- Baner
- Dattwadi
- Undri
- Pimpri-Chinchwad
- Kalyani Nagar
- Koregaon Park
- Sadashiv Peth