a greater focus has been placed on determining the accuracy of HIV tests in real-world settings—not only to minimize the number of false positive or negative test results, but to better identify ...

Predictive values of tests used singly (1, 2 and 3) or in combination used serially (1 + 2 or 1 + 2 + 3) are shown. NPV: Negative predictive value; PPV: Positive predictive value. Anti-HIV-1 ...

Just a few decades ago, the AIDS epidemic was spiraling out of control and a positive HIV test equated to a death sentence. Fortunately, thanks to medical advancements, HIV-positive people can ...

If you or a partner are in a sexual relationship with an HIV-positive person in your house, it’s important to undergo testing for HIV. If you test negative, you might consider preexposure ...

If you test positive, don’t panic. With prompt treatment, you can live a normal lifespan and protect others, too. “If you're someone who's HIV positive, and you're on HIV medication ...

In this review, we assessed only HIV testing policies. However, policies should facilitate integration and linkage to promote comprehensive adolescent health packages that deliver the benefits of HIV ...

The winter virus season comes with sniffles and coughs accompanying holiday tunes. For anyone who doesn’t want to climb out ...

HEALTH officials in Lapu-Lapu City are grappling with a significant increase in HIV cases among young people. This was revealed by Mayor Junard “Ahong” Chan dur ...

People in Waterloo region, Guelph and Wellington County can now get a kit sent to their home to test for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Patrick O'Byrne a professor at the ...

A seafarer contracted a human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) after allegedly having an affair with the wife of a colleague.

What Is the CD4:CD8 Ratio Test Used For? CD4 and CD8 are two types of white blood cells in your blood. White blood cells help your body fight infections. If you have HIV infection, your doctor may ...