HIV / AIDS

HIV is a virus that will developed into AIDS over time. The virus damages the immune system cells until it can no longer fight off other infections.These individuals mostly die from infections caused by the failure of the immune system. There are an estimated 33 million people around the world infected with HIV. HIV is found in the blood or sexual fluids of an infected person. HIV can be passed on by unprotected sex and blood to blood contact.

Standard HIV Testing:

HIV-1/HIV-2/HIV-O(Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1, 2, and O) Antibody Screen with Western Blot Confirmation

This test detects the antibodies that are produced by the body's immune system in response to HIV. This is the most common HIV test and is recommended for people whose potential exposure window is longer than 3 months ago. This Test tests for both HIV Type 1 ,HIV Type 2 and Type O.

HIV EIA Antibody Test Price: $98.00 After You Purchase Your Test(s),you will be able to go directly to the lab to have your testing performed.

Are You at Risk?

Anyone can get HIV if they engage in certain activities. You may have a higher risk of getting HIV if you:

• Have unprotected sex. This means vaginal or anal intercourse without a condom or oral sex without a latex barrier with a person infected with HIV.

• Share needles to inject drugs or steroids with an infected person. The disease can also be transmitted by dirty needles used to make a tattoo or in body piercing.