Tests Included: 1
Est. 3-5 (business days) Turnaround
Specimen type: Blood
Quest Diagnostics Location
HIV is the causative agent of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). There are two forms of the HIV virus namely HIV -1 and HIV - 2. HIV -1 is the predominant cause of HIV infection.
The HIV blood test, also known as the fourth-generation HIV screening test, is used to detect both HIV antigen, a viral protein called p24 antigen, as well as HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies. In many people, the antibodies will appear within 12 weeks from the point of exposure. In some people, antibodies may be detectable as early as 4 weeks from exposure....
Tests Included: 1
Est. 3-5 (business days) Turnaround
Specimen type: Blood
Quest Diagnostics Location
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HIV is the causative agent of acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). There are two forms of the HIV virus namely HIV -1 and HIV - 2. HIV -1 is the predominant cause of HIV infection.
The HIV blood test, also known as the fourth-generation HIV screening test, is used to detect both HIV antigen, a viral protein called p24 antigen, as well as HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies. In many people, the antibodies will appear within 12 weeks from the point of exposure. In some people, antibodies may be detectable as early as 4 weeks from exposure. One will have a lot of these p24 antigens in the bloodstream in the first few weeks after infection and then it drops to untraceable levels during the time when antibodies begin to develop. The blend of screening for both antibodies and antigen allow this test to detect a significantly higher number of early infections than previous HIV generation-based screening tests. Fourth-generation HIV tests are more reliable than third-generation tests, which are meant to detect HIV antibodies only.
Please do not exercise prior to testing. It is best that your blood is taken in a rested state.
Note: Turn around times on results are an estimate and are not guaranteed. The lab may need additional time due to holidays, confirmation/repeat testing, etc. You can contact us to discuss when your results should be ready and we will contact the lab on your behalf immediately.
● Ability for patients to ask questions pre- and post-ordering and testing
● Live results delivery, ensuring state-specific requirements are fulfilled
○ “If your results are negative, you will receive your results as soon as they are available from the lab. The results report will contain information on how to contact PWNHealth's Care Coordination Team for any further questions.
○ If your results are positive, PWNHealth’s Care Coordination Team will first try to reach out to you by phone in order to deliver the results.
■ If you are not able to be reached, PWNHealth will mail a follow-up letter to the residential address you provided when you purchased the test, letting you know your results are ready to view (the letter will not include your test results).”
● Access to telephonic HIV counseling and care referral (not diagnostic or treatment) for positive and negative results
○ “Our care coordination team is available to help answer questions about the test and connect you to one of our physicians.”
● Access to a physician to address questions and next steps, following state-specific requirements, for positive and negative results
○ “You have the option to speak with a PWNHealth-affiliated physician after testing is completed. A physician can go over your results, provide additional information, answer questions, and help determine your next steps in care.”
● Results reporting to appropriate authorities
○ “If you are positive for HIV, your results will be reported to your state’s health department as required by law. The state health department will also alert the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that there was a positive test result but will not share any identifying information.”
HIV Ag/Ab, 4th Generation Non-Reactive
Consumers must be made aware of the following information related to privacy and confidentiality upfront:
● HIPAA compliance
■ “Your privacy is our number one concern. All communications will be HIPAA compliant.”
● Disclosure to appropriate health authorities
■ “If you are positive for HIV, your results will be reported to your state’s health department as required by law. The state health department will also alert the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that there was a positive test result but will not share any identifying information.”
● Disclosure to other individuals
■ “Your employer, family, or friends will not be notified. While not required, it is important to share your status with your healthcare providers so they can take proper precautions and ensure they can provide you the most appropriate care.”
Additionally, an approved privacy form from both the partner and PWNHealth must be provided for consumers to read and electronically sign before ordering an HIV test.
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