What are the limitations of rapid HIV tests?

While rapid HIV tests provide quick results, they are slightly less sensitive than lab-based tests and may produce false negatives during the window period. Confirmatory testing is essential for positive results, and high-risk individuals should consider more sensitive tests like nucleic acid testing (NAT) if exposure was recent.

Published by : Orange Health editorialUpdated on : 25 December 2024

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