HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot near me in Pune
Understanding HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot in Pune
What is HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot in Pune?
Available at an affordable price with Tata 1mg labs in Pune, the HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot test helps confirm the presence of antibodies to human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) and type 2 (HIV-2) in the blood. It is intended to be used as a specific confirmatory test after the preliminary screening tests, like ELISA, Chemiluminescence assay (CLIA/CMIA) rapid card tests etc., show a positive result. This test is more specific and helps confirm an HIV diagnosis. It also distinguishes between HIV-1 and HIV-2, two types of virus that require different management and treatment approaches as HIV-2 is less easily transmitted (i.e. less infectious), and progresses more slowly than HIV-1, leading to a lower viral load and slower immunosuppression causing longer asymptomatic stage. This test is recommended as a confirmatory test to indicate whether you have HIV-1 or HIV-2 or both viruses in your body. It is usually not recommended as a screening test for HIV infection in symptomatic or asymptomatic individuals nor should it be used for blood donor specimens.
No special preparation is needed before undergoing the HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot test. However, it is mandatory to fill out a consent form for HIV testing and undergo pre-test counseling (Annexure - CR/01) before sample collection.
What does HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot measure?
The HIV 1 & 2 Antibodies, Western Blot test is a confirmatory blood test that detects antibodies to HIV-1 and HIV-2, providing a more specific diagnosis after an initial positive screening test.
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References
- J. Mitra & Co. Pvt. Ltd. Manual for HIV 1-2 Western Blot Assay. October 2021. Available from: https://jmitra.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Manual-HIV1-2WesterBlot.pdf
- National AIDS Control Organization (NACO). National Guidelines for HIV Testing. April 21, 2016. Available from: http://www.naco.gov.in/sites/default/files/National_Guidelines_for_HIV_Testing_21Apr2016.pdf
- HIV-1/HIV-2 Rapid Screen [Internet]. Rochester, NY: University of Rochester Medical Center; [Accessed 30 May 2024]. Available from: https://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?contenttypeid=167&contentid=hiv_hiv2_rapid_screen
- MP Biomedicals. HIV Blot 2.2 CE Assay Instruction Manual. September 2019. Available from: https://www.mpbio.com/media/document/file/manual/dest/d/x/0/9/2/DX092019-EN-HIV-Blot-2.2-CE-0711030-Manual.pdf
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