Rapid tests for HIV infection
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Clinical testing shows that the two rapid tests for detecting HIV-1 antibodies, OraQuick and Reveal, are more than 99% sensitive and performed with a single visit of the patient. Oraquick is simpler between the two and has been considered suitable by the US government for use on a larger scale. HIV-1 antibody positive results need a confirmatory Wester blot or indirect immunofluorescence assay in both cases.
Publication Name: Medical Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0025-732X
Year: 2003
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National HIV testing day set for Thursday, June 27
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The National Association of People with AIDS and other groups are designating June 27, 1996, as National HIV Testing Day. The groups urge everyone to get tested for the HIV. Print ads and radio announcements will support the campaign. High-risk groups, such as minority women and young gay males, will be targeted by the campaign. Discussion about HIV has been difficult for patients and physicians.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 1996
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Time and change in HIV testing
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The American Medical News' (AMA) second edition of its HIV blood-testing guidelines emphasizes patient counseling. The AMA supports routine HIV testing of all patients, with special emphasis on adolescents and women, who are increasingly becoming infected with the virus. HIV testing helps physicians develop proper treatments and helps HIV-positive patients prepare for the development of AIDS.
Publication Name: American Medical News
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0001-1843
Year: 1993
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