Jan 14, 2025 · Everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 should get tested for HIV at least once. People with certain risk factors should get tested more often. Most HIV tests are available for free or at a reduced cost. Visit gettested.cdc.gov to find HIV testing in your area. The only way to know your HIV status is to get tested.

Jul 30, 2024 · HIV testing, also called HIV screening, is the only way to know if you have the virus. Several types of tests check your blood or other body fluids to see whether you're infected. Most...

Sep 18, 2024 · Learn about the different places where you can get an HIV test. Is HIV Self-Testing an Option? Yes. An HIV self-test is done entirely at home or in a private location, and you can get your test results within 20 minutes. You can buy an HIV self-test at a pharmacy or online.

Sep 10, 2024 · HIV is detectable by reliable, inexpensive, acceptable screening tests. People diagnosed with HIV have years of life to gain if treatment is started before symptoms develop. Screening costs are reasonable in relation to proven benefits. HIV crosses the boundaries of sexual orientation, gender, age, and ethnicity.

May 24, 2024 · HIV testing is important because it is estimated that 40% of new diagnoses of HIV are transmitted by people who are not aware of their HIV status. Knowing your HIV status can help keep you—and others—safe. Also, early and sustained HIV treatment will help you live a long and healthy life.

To diagnose HIV, your healthcare provider can order any of three types of tests. Depending on the test, you’ll provide a blood sample (from a vein or a finger prick) or an oral fluid sample that can be tested for HIV. Oral fluid contains cells from your mouth. It’s different from saliva.

Feb 9, 2024 · HIV can be diagnosed through blood or saliva testing. Tests include: Antigen-antibody tests. These tests most often use blood from a vein. Antigens are substances on the HIV virus itself. They most often show up in the blood within a few weeks after being exposed to HIV. The immune system makes antibodies when it's exposed to HIV.

May 16, 2024 · Knowing your status gives you powerful information to keep you and your partner healthy. CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once as part of routine health care, and more often if you do things that might increase your risk for getting HIV.

Nov 11, 2024 · Two common screening tests are: Antibody test: This is the most common type of HIV screening test. It doesn't look for the virus but instead looks for disease-fighting proteins (antibodies)...

Apr 17, 2023 · HIV testing needs to be incorporated into every level of the healthcare system to diagnose HIV as early as possible. It is estimated that 40% of new infections of HIV are transmitted by those who are not aware of their HIV diagnosis. Early detection reduces the complications of HIV infection and decreases the risk of transmission. [1] [2] [1]