What is meant by”confirmatory test” and how can the confirmatory test be obtained?
The standard HIV testing algorithm in the U.S. consists of a screening test, such as an enzyme immunoassay (EIA), followed by confirmatory testing (e.g., a western blot) of all samples determined to be reactive or preliminary positive or presumptive positive by the screening assay. Confirmatory testing must be accomplished by collection of an oral fluid or venous blood specimen that is submitted by the Limited Testing Site to a laboratory holding a NYS permit to conduct confirmatory testing. A list of laboratories qualified to perform HIV confirmatory tests may be obtained from the licensing program at (518) 485-5378.
The standard HIV testing algorithm in the U.S. consists of a screening test, such as an enzyme immunoassay (EIA), followed by confirmatory testing (e.g., a western blot) of all samples determined to be reactive or preliminary positive or presumptive positive by the screening assay. Confirmatory testing must be accomplished by collection of an oral fluid, venous blood specimen, or dried blood spot that is submitted by the Limited Testing Site to a laboratory holding a NYS permit to conduct confirmatory testing. A list of laboratories qualified to perform HIV confirmatory tests may be obtained from the licensing program at (518) 485-5378.
