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Fast, Confidential HIV Antibody Testing
Our HIV test provides accurate screening for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) through a simple blood test. This FDA-approved test detects both HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies, giving you reliable results and peace of mind.
Comprehensive blood test with results in 1-2 days.
To order your test now, call (866) 566-8711 or order online.
About Our HIV Test
Test Method
4th Generation HIV Antigen/Antibody Test – Most advanced screening available
FDA-approved testing methodology
Highly accurate – Over 99.7% sensitivity and specificity
Detects both HIV-1 and HIV-2
Earlier detection than older antibody-only tests
What it Tests For
HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies – The body’s immune response to HIV infection
p24 antigen – A viral protein detectable earlier than antibodies
Combined approach allows for detection as early as 18-45 days after exposure
Sample Collection
Standard blood draw (about 1 teaspoon)
No fasting or special preparation required
Sample collection takes less than 5 minutes
Can be taken any time of day
Results Timeline
Results typically available in 1-2 business days
Access results securely online through your private account
Completely confidential – results are never shared without your permission
Understanding HIV
What is HIV?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, specifically targeting CD4 cells (T cells), which help the body fight infections. If left untreated, HIV can progressively damage the immune system, leading to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). With proper medical care and treatment, HIV can be controlled, allowing people with HIV to live long, healthy lives and effectively eliminating the risk of sexually transmitting the virus to others.
Prevalence
- Approximately 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV
- About 13% (1 in 8) of these individuals don’t know they have HIV
- Approximately 34,800 new HIV infections occur annually in the U.S.
- Certain populations are disproportionately affected:
- Men who have sex with men (MSM)
- Black/African Americans
- Hispanic/Latino individuals
Transmission
- HIV is transmitted through specific body fluids:
- Blood
- Semen (including pre-seminal fluid)
- Rectal fluids
- Vaginal fluids
- Breast milk
- Common transmission routes:
- Anal or vaginal sex with someone who has HIV
- Sharing injection drug equipment
- From mother to child during pregnancy, birth, or breastfeeding
- Through blood transfusions (extremely rare with modern screening)
- HIV is NOT transmitted through:
- Casual contact (handshakes, hugs, closed-mouth kissing)
- Air or water
- Mosquitoes or insects
- Saliva, tears, or sweat
- Sharing toilets, food, or drinks
Stages of HIV Infection
- Acute HIV Infection (2-4 weeks after infection):
- Flu-like symptoms (fever, chills, rash, night sweats, muscle aches)
- Highly infectious period due to high viral loads
- Many people have no symptoms
- Chronic HIV Infection:
- May last 10+ years without treatment
- Often asymptomatic
- Virus continues to replicate and damage immune system
- With treatment, can last indefinitely without progressing
- AIDS (Advanced HIV Infection):
- Diagnosed when CD4 count drops below 200 cells/mm³
- Or when opportunistic infections develop
- Without treatment, typically leads to death within 3 years
Early Detection and Treatment Benefits
- Prevents progression to AIDS
- Preserves immune function
- Reduces risk of serious health complications
- Prevents transmission to sexual partners when viral load is undetectable
- Better long-term health outcomes
Near-normal life expectancy with proper treatment
Why Get Tested for HIV?
Routine Screening
CDC recommends everyone aged 13-64 be tested at least once
Annual testing for those at higher risk
Every 3-6 months for those at highest risk (e.g., MSM with multiple partners)
Before starting a new relationship
As part of comprehensive STD screening
Diagnostic Testing
If you have symptoms consistent with acute HIV infection
If you’ve had potential exposure through high-risk activities
If you’ve been diagnosed with another STD
If you’re planning to become pregnant
If you have tuberculosis or hepatitis
Testing After Exposure
Optimal window period: 4th generation tests can detect HIV 18-45 days after exposure
For earliest possible detection: Consider our HIV RNA Early Detection Test
For definitive results: Testing at 3 months post-exposure gives 99.97% accuracy
The Testing Process
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1. Order Your Test
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2. Visit Any Testing Center
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3. Quick Blood Draw
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4. Get Your Results
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5. Free Doctor Consultation if Positive
Order online or call (866) 566-8711. Our care advisors can answer any questions and help you complete your order.
With over 4,500 testing locations nationwide, you can find a convenient center near you. No appointment necessary – just walk in with your order number.
The collection process is simple and takes less than 5 minutes. A small blood sample will be drawn from your arm.
Results are typically available within 1-2 business days and can be accessed securely online through your private account.
If you test positive, you’ll receive a free consultation with a licensed physician who can discuss your results and next steps.
Understanding Your Results
Negative Result
- Interpretation: No HIV antibodies or p24 antigen detected
- What it means:
- Most likely, you do not have HIV
- However, if exposure was very recent (less than 18 days), retesting may be recommended
- Recommended action:
- Continue practicing safer sex and risk reduction
- Consider routine testing based on your risk factors
Positive Result
- Interpretation: HIV antibodies and/or p24 antigen detected
- What it means:
- Initial screening test is reactive for HIV
- Confirmatory testing is automatically performed on positive samples
- If confirmed, it indicates HIV infection
- Recommended action:
- Consult with our physicians for guidance and support
- Connect with HIV care and treatment services
- Learn about treatment options and living with HIV
Indeterminate Result
- Interpretation: Results are unclear or borderline
- What it means:
- May indicate very early infection or potential cross-reactivity
- Further testing needed to determine status
- Recommended action:
- Follow up with our physicians for guidance
- Retesting typically recommended
Early Detection Option
For those concerned about recent exposure, we offer an HIV RNA Early Detection Test that can detect HIV as early as 9-11 days after potential exposure.
Benefits of Early HIV RNA Testing:
- Significantly shorter window period (9-11 days vs 18-45 days)
- Detects the virus directly rather than waiting for antibody response
- Peace of mind sooner after a potential exposure
- Earlier treatment initiation if positive
The HIV RNA Early Detection Test is available as a standalone test or can be added to any panel.
Next Steps for Positive Results
If you test positive for HIV, our licensed physicians can discuss next steps during your free consultation.
Common Recommendations:
- Confirmation of results (automatically performed)
- Connection to HIV specialist care
- Information about treatment options
- Partner notification guidance
- Emotional support resources
Modern HIV Treatment:
- Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is highly effective
- One pill once daily regimens are now available
- Reduces viral load to undetectable levels in most people
- Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) – cannot sexually transmit HIV
- Near-normal life expectancy with proper treatment
- Few side effects with newer medications
HIV Prevention
If You Test Negative:
- Consistent condom use for vaginal and anal sex
- Regular STD testing
- Consider PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) if you’re at high risk
- Limiting number of sexual partners
- Not sharing needles or injection equipment
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) within 72 hours if potential exposure occurs
If You Test Positive:
- Starting and adhering to HIV treatment
- Maintaining an undetectable viral load
- Using condoms to prevent other STDs
- Not sharing needles or injection equipment
- Disclosing HIV status to sexual partners
- Regular healthcare check-ups
Privacy and Convenience
100% Confidential
No information is shared with insurance companies
Test results are never shared without your explicit permission
Testing centers maintain strict privacy protocols
Results accessible only through your secure online account
All testing complies with HIPAA privacy regulations
Convenient Testing
Over 4,500 testing locations nationwide
No appointments necessary – walk in at your convenience
Most visits take less than 15 minutes
No need to provide your reason for testing to lab staff
Simple testing process with minimal discomfort
Why Choose LocalSTDTesting.com
- FDA-approved testing methods
- Same tests used by doctors and hospitals
- CLIA-certified laboratories
- High accuracy rates (>99.7%)
- Clear, transparent pricing with no hidden fees
- No insurance necessary (keeping your testing private)
- HSA/FSA accepted
- Payment plans available with no credit check
- US-based care advisors available 7 days a week
- Free physician consultation if you test positive
- Private, secure access to your results
- Referral resources available in all 50 states
Our 4th generation HIV test is over 99.7% accurate when performed at least 45 days after potential exposure. It detects both antibodies and the p24 antigen, allowing for earlier detection than previous generations of HIV tests.
With our standard 4th generation test, HIV can be detected as early as 18-45 days after exposure. For even earlier detection (as soon as 9-11 days after exposure), consider our HIV RNA Early Detection Test.
Yes, HIV testing is included in most of our STD test panels. Our Standard 10 Test Panel includes both the standard HIV antibody test and the HIV RNA Early Detection Test.
HIV is the virus that causes the infection. AIDS is the most advanced stage of HIV infection, diagnosed when the CD4 cell count drops below 200 cells/mm³ or when certain opportunistic infections develop. With modern treatment, many people with HIV never develop AIDS.
Modern HIV treatment involves antiretroviral therapy (ART), which is highly effective at suppressing the virus. Many people take just one pill once a day with minimal side effects. When taken as prescribed, these medications can reduce the amount of HIV in the blood to undetectable levels, preventing both transmission and progression to AIDS.
No. Scientific evidence has established that people with HIV who maintain an undetectable viral load through consistent treatment cannot sexually transmit the virus to others. This is known as “Undetectable = Untransmittable” or U=U.
Currently, there is no cure for HIV. However, with proper antiretroviral treatment, the virus can be controlled to the point where it’s undetectable in the blood and cannot be transmitted sexually, allowing people with HIV to live long, healthy lives.
Order Your HIV Test Today
Get the answers you need about your HIV status. Our $79 HIV test provides accurate results with the convenience of a simple blood test and no doctor’s appointment.
Order online or call (866) 566-8711 to speak with a care advisor who can help you place your order.
Order HIV Test Now or call (866) 566-8711
For earliest possible detection, consider our HIV RNA Early Detection Test for $169.
Payment plans available with no credit check required.
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