Is the type of HIV test specified for anonymous testing involving occupational exposure from a patient unable to give consent?
No. However, NYSDOH strongly recommends use of a rapid HIV test. Rapid test results are usually available within 30 minutes of testing. In those organizations subject to OSHA regulations, rapid testing is that mandated technology for source patient testing in cases, including occupational exposures. NYSDOH guidelines recommend that post exposure prophylaxis should be initiated as soon as possible, ideally within two hours and generally no later than 36 hours post exposure.
Related Questions
- Is there a specific type of HIV test that is to be used for anonymous testing involving occupational exposure from a patient unable to give consent?
- In what cases can a provider test a source patient of an occupational exposure without that patients consent?
- If the source patient declines testing in a case of occupational exposure, may we test him anonymously?
