HIV is a virus that humans can have that destroys the organism’s immune system. It attacks the directly immune system, gradually destroying the defence system in a body, which leads to all the health complications that come after.
How can this virus be transmitted?
The bad news is that HIV can be in the blood (including the menstrual blood periods), sperm, vaginal secretions and maternal milk, but it can be in any other liquids that are present in our bodies.
The good news is that the virus can be transmitted only from an infected person if the other person gets in contact with any of the liquids mentioned above.
Even if the virus is present in the urine, saliva, tears and sweat, the level here is too low to be infectious.
What is included in the package?
Lancets
Plasters
Collection tube
Alcohol wipes
Safety bag
Return bag
Prepaid label
Instructions for use
How long do I have to wait for the results?
The usual turnaround time for this test is 1 working day.
Please take your sample to Royal Mail from Monday to Thursday to avoid any Royal Mail delays.
This is very important as any waiting time is bad for your sample.
The sample specimen must arrive at our Laboratory in good condition; if not, the sample must be disposed of.
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What are the Common Questions?
Q: What is it?
A: HIV means Human Immunodeficiency Virus.
Q: What is AIDS?
A: AIDS is a disease which is caused by HIV infections.
Q: How many types exist?
A: Two types of HIV exists: HIV1 and HIV2.
Q: Lately, infections are more or less?
A: The infection numbers have grown considerably in the past few years.
Q: Can anyone be infected?
A: Yes, any person who comes in contact with an infected person’s blood or has sexual contact with an infected person can get infected.
Q: Is there a vaccine or medicine to prevent AIDS?
A: At the moment, there is no vaccine nor medicine that could prevent it.
Q: What is the most frequent way to transmit infections?
A: The most frequent way of transmission is sexual contact.
Q: Which of the transmission ways represents a higher risk?
A: Out of all transmission ways, the higher risks are represented by transfusions with infected blood, bloody sexual rapport, and perinatal transmission.
Q: Does anal sex represents a higher risk than vaginal sex?
A: Yes, anal sex is associated with higher risks of HIV infections.
Q: Can you get it from oral sex?
A: Even if the risk is lower, it is very possible.
Q: Can the virus be transmitted from a mom to her child?
A: Yes, there is a risk that a mom can transmit the virus to the child before birth, during birth and even after birth.
What is the Scientific Data from Instrument and Reagent Supplier?
Technology Method:
Fluorescence quantitative immunoassay
Limit of Detection:
≤ 1.00 S/CO
Precision:
The within-assay CV is ≤ 10%. The between-assay CV is ≤ 15%.
The precision relies on the within-assay coefficient of variations and the between-assay coefficient. The within-assay coefficient of variations is the variance of the result value if the same HIV sample is analysed again. The between-assay coefficient is the variance of the result value if the same sample is reprocessed from the beginning again.
Positive results:
Samples with concentrations greater than or equal to 1.00 S/CO are considered positive.
Negative results:
Samples with concentrations that are less than 1.00 S/CO are considered negative.
Page Quality Review:
Review Date : 01/02/2024
Reviewed By :
Akshay Patel
Biomedical Science Content Reviewer
Eileen Shi
Laboratory and QC Technician
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Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please contact the customer service prior to the appointment time to discuss cost and availability options.
Shipping & Return:
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To Qualify for any return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Not used, not opened, unworn, in its original packaging. You will also need to send it to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.
We offer next day delivery; however courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. And orders placed by 1pm are dispatched on the same day.
What is the Shipping and Return Policy?
Our company has a 14-day return policy, meaning that you have 14 days after you receive your STI order to request a return.
To qualify for any return, the HIV Kit product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Make sure it is not used, not opened, unworn, and in its original packaging. You will also need to include the receipt of proof of purchase in the return.
Please return it to Medicines Online, 89 Falcon Road, London, SW11 2PF.
You can also read our full return policy here: https://medicinesonline.org.uk/return-policy/
Notes about Royal Mail and DHL Courier Services:
We offer a next-day delivery; however, courier delivery times are out of our control. We are not able to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. Orders placed by 1 PM are dispatched on the same day.
Nora B. –
I was impressed with how quickly my order was shipped. The test kit was easy to use, and I received my results promptly.
Lorena D. –
Highly recommend this company for anyone looking for quick and reliable health testing. Their customer service is exceptional!