HIVtesting
HIV testing is the process of determining whether a person is infected with the human immunodeficiency virus. Testing helps diagnose infection, guide treatment, and reduce onward transmission. Tests can be done in clinics, laboratories, community health centers, or at home in some settings, and options may be confidential or anonymous depending on the country or program.
There are several types of HIV tests. Antibody tests look for the antibodies the body makes in
Window periods and test accuracy vary by test type. Most people develop detectable antibodies within weeks
Interpreting results involves counseling and typically a confirmatory test if initial screening is positive. Negative results