HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test near me in Jaipur

An HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test test detects human immunodeficiency virus (HIV-1 and HIV-2) antibodies in the blood and is available at an affordable price in Jaipur with Tata 1mg labs. These antibodies may take about 6-12 weeks (upto 6 months in some cases) to form after infection/ exposure. For the first few weeks after an HIV infection, the level of antigen (HIV) increases in the blood, and after 2-8 weeks, the body starts producing antibodies against these antigens. An HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test test detects antibodies at this time, as after this, both the antigen and antibody levels in the blood fall. 

Your doctor may advise this HIV antibody test if you show symptoms of HIV infection, such as sudden weight loss, night sweats, extreme tiredness, swollen lymph nodes, white spots in your mouth, pneumonia, forgetfulness, depression, etc. An HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test test also helps assess an individual's risk of HIV infection, particularly those with known risk factors, such as engaging in unprotected sex, sharing needles for drug use, or having sexual partners with HIV. This test also helps to differentiate between HIV-1 and HIV-2 infection.

A duly filled consent form is mandatory for sample collection. However, no other special preparations are required for HIV 1 and 2 Antibody, Rapid Screening Test test. You can eat or drink as per your daily routine.