HIV SERVICES INCLUDING 1 MIN HIV

TEST

HIV TEST AND RESULTS

The test employed at City Doc to diagnose HIV is called the HIV-Duo.
This tests for HIV 1 and 2 antibodies and the p24 antigen for earlier diagnosis. Results available within 4 hours-either through follow up appt with physician or via telephone consultation. If you visit the Birmingham clinic there is a slightly longer waiting time of 24 hours. The test will usually become positive from 4 weeks after contact.

If the initial test is positive we will go on to confirm result using 3 independent techniques and if these are positive we will review the patient in surgery and refer to a HIV specialist.

If earlier diagnosis is required, the HIV-1 proviral DNA test can be done from day 10 post exposure, but the test will only apply to HIV-1 infections. This test costs £220

To confirm all negative results pts are encouraged to re-test at 3-6 months.

Cost standard HIV test £95 includes consult

RAPID HIV TEST

The rapid HIV test allows for results within 60 seconds via a simple prick of blood from the finger tip. We use the Insti HIV test produce by BioLytical laboratories. This test is very accurate from 90 days post Contact for detecting HIV antibodies.

Cost £110 includes consultation

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