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What is a rapid test?

April 26, 2017rapid Test

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What is a rapid test?

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A rapid HIV test is also an antibody test. The advantage of a rapid test is that you do not have to return to get your test result – results are usually available in about 30 minutes. Rapid tests are single-use and do not require laboratory facilities or highly trained staff. This makes rapid tests particularly suitable for use in countries with limited resources. Though the test is ‘rapid’ at providing results, it is still an antibody test, so it is advisable to wait three months before taking it.

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A rapid HIV test is also an antibody test. The advantage of a rapid test is that you do not have return to get your test result. The test results from a rapid test are usually available in approximately 30 minutes. Rapid tests are single-use, and do not require laboratory facilities or highly trained staff. This makes rapid tests particularly suitable for use in resource-limited countries.