HIV Test, London – Have you Had a Blood Transfusion?

There are dedicated clinics where you can get a HIV test in London. And if you've ever had a blood transfusion, you should be tested.

It isn't just those who are sexually active who need to consider taking a regular HIV test - London is full of people who have experienced a blood transfusion at some point in their lives. And for some, it could have happened at birth and they may not be aware of this. Jaundice is a common reason for a blood transfusion, and if you were born in the early 70s or before, HIV was not on the medical map. There are thousands of people who could unknowingly be carrying the virus - a simple HIV test in London could make the difference between life and death. Today, HIV doesn't mean you have a life sentence - the virus is managed effectively with drugs allowing patients to live a relatively normal life. A HIV test, London professionals will tell you, could save your life.

HIV Test, London Patients at Risk

If you have suspicions that you may be vulnerable to HIV, a simple HIV test is all it takes to put your mind at rest. The recent news story into the Haemophilia patients infected with Hepatitis C and HIV because of infected blood illustrates that mistakes have and do happen. Thousands of patients were exposed to successive viruses, including HIV, through treatment with clotting products made from infected donor blood. 1,757 patients have died as a result. Taking an HIV test, London or across the UK, can be a scary prospect. But knowing you have the infection is crucial in order to take steps to deal pro-actively with your health. The Haemophilia tragedy has been seen as the 'greatest treatment disaster in the history of the NHS'.

Tan Jabs Pose HIV Risk

And there is a whole new generation of people who are unknowingly putting themselves at risk from HIV infections. Warnings have been issued to those who buy 'tan jabs' on the internet. They could be exposing themselves to HIV and Hepatitis C by sharing needles. In an editorial in the British Medical Journal, Michael Evans-Brown wrote: "Some users, especially those who are injecting drugs for the first time, are reusing or sharing injecting equipment, which places them and others at risk of infections, including blood borne viruses." If you are concerned you have been exposed to the HIV virus, it's crucial you have a HIV test - London has dedicated clinics that can offer a discreet, fast, sympathetic and professional service.

Looking for a HIV Test London?

CityDoc gives you all the medical services you need, right in the heart of London. With a clinic in Harley Street and one on Moorgate, this is the ideal GP practice for busy Londoners. Offering individual care, sexual health services, HIV tests and a corporate health service to businesses, CityDoc provides a comprehensive healthcare service, with rapid referrals to specialists where necessary. Call for an appointment on 0207 935 6260 (West End) or 0207 256 8668 (City) or just fill in our online form for more information.