What if I test positive for HIV with the iDiagnostics test?
Firstly, don’t panic. Although (when used properly) our tests are extremely accurate, false positives do happen. It’s important you get to your doctor as soon as possible for a confirmatory test. If the confirmatory test is positive for HIV, the sooner you take steps to protect your health, the better. Early medical treatment and a healthy lifestyle can help you stay well. Prompt medical care may delay the onset of AIDS and prevent some life-threatening conditions. There are a number of important steps you can take immediately to protect your health: • See a doctor, even if you do not feel sick. Try to find a doctor who has experience treating HIV. There are now many drugs to treat HIV infection and help you maintain your health. It is never too early to start thinking about treatment possibilities. • Have a TB (tuberculosis) test done. You may be infected with TB and not know it. Undetected TB can cause serious illness, but it can be successfully treated if caught early. • Smoking cig
