HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test

Understanding HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test

HIV is transmitted through sexual contact, by sharing needles or syringes for intravenous use, by blood transfusion from an HIV-infected person, or by an infected mother to an unborn baby. For the first few weeks of an HIV infection, the patient may have a flu-like illness and the HIV increases rapidly in blood. After 2-8 weeks, the body starts producing antibodies against the virus and these can then be detected in the blood. The typical course of HIV infection includes three stages: primary or acute infection, ch...

What does HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test measure?

An HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test detects the presence of antibodies against HIV-1 and HIV-2, the two primary strains of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This test can be done if you suspect an accidental exposure to this virus or contact with someone who is infected. This test helps in the early diagnosis and management of HIV infection.