HIV Testing and Diagnosis
Summary
- In July 2012, the FDA approved the OraQuick In-Home HIV Test, the first over-the-counter rapid in-home HIV testing kit targeted to individuals who would not otherwise receive HIV testing[FDA 2012]
- Clinicians are encouraged to emphasize to patients inquiring about home testing that provider-based testing is less expensive and provides a direct link to counseling and support[Paltiel 2012]
- Providers should ensure that their patients understand several basic facts about in-home HIV testing:
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Keywords: Screening and Diagnosis, Tests and Assays