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HIV tests help find antibodies to the virus or HIV antigens in the body. After taking the test, usually the person taking the test will be told by the doctor whether they are HIV positive or negative. However, in some cases, the person doing the test may get inconclusive results.1. Purpose of HIV testing
A diagnostic test for HIV infection whose main purpose is to find anti-viral antibodies or HIV antigens in the body (antigens are part of the structure of viruses).
To be able to perform a diagnostic test for HIV infection, it is imperative that the body has a period of at least 3 - 6 months to produce antibodies.
2. 3 types of possible results after an HIV test
2.1. HIV negative test result After conducting an HIV test if the result is HIV negative this means that the person tested was not infected with HIV at the time of the test or the test did not detect the virus in the test person's body because the tester is in the "window" period.
2.2. HIV test result is positive When you get a positive HIV result this means you have HIV. Please contact your doctor for advice on treatment, inhibiting the growth of the virus; stop any activity that harms the immune system; at the same time, do additional tests to confirm other diseases and inform those you have, are and will be in contact with about your illness.
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2.3. Indeterminate results The reason for the indeterminate HIV test result is:
The person taking the test is suffering from one of the diseases such as cirrhosis, tuberculosis.... or taking drugs that affect the ability to receive HIV. antibody surface. You are infected with HIV during the "window period", because when you test during this period, the body has not yet produced antibodies, so the test cannot detect antibodies and gives a negative or false positive result. . Another cause of inconclusive HIV test results may be an error in testing. If you are unsure of the results of this HIV test, get tested again in about 1-3 months for accurate results.
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3. Get treatment immediately after being infected with HIV
When newly discovered HIV positive result, the patient should see a doctor immediately for advice and treatment. Early HIV treatment will help:
Make treatment better to prolong life and benefit families and communities. Helps reduce the cost of medicines, medical examination and treatment costs and hospital costs. Helps reduce the risk of transmitting HIV to others. Vinmec International General Hospital offers a package of Examination and Screening for social diseases to help customers detect diseases early and have effective treatment and prevent dangerous complications. The screening package for social diseases at Vinmec is for all ages, both men and women.
To register for examination and treatment at Vinmec International General Hospital, you can contact Vinmec Health System nationwide, or register online HERE.
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