HIV I And II Test In Chennai - Price & Details

Getting an HIV I & II test from any reputed hospital or diagnostic laboratory is super easy in Chennai. The test is essential for sexually active people because it helps to detect the presence of the virus that plays a role in IDS infection. PharmEasy Labs is a premier laboratory service provider in Chennai that offers home sample collection options for those of you who are unable to step outside or travel.

There is a wide range of diagnostic tests available on the PharmEasy Labs platform that help bring about the best possible treatment outcomes. PharmEasy Labs in Chennai is fully automated and barcoded to give you reliable and accurate results. Customers are kept updated about every step of the testing process on the app. The reports are delivered timely minimizing delays in treatment choices.

PharmEasy Labs has a presence in all major cities of India, and the test prices are very affordable. The company maintains safe home sample collection protocols, and the reports are verified by registered professionals before delivery.

The price of an HIV test may vary due to different factors. However, the standard cost for an HIV test at PharmEasy in Chennai typically falls within the range of INR 315 to INR 769. Feel free to compare HIV test prices across major cities in India.

HIV is an epidemic that has started since 1981. Timely detection of HIV has always been an issue because there are no visible symptoms during initial infection. When the HIV infection progresses to AIDS, that's when the symptoms start appearing. HIV I & II tests might help in the timely detection of this virus so that the patient can avail of the existing treatment options.

You can go for an HIV I & II test if you are having the following symptoms:

• Sudden weight loss
• Mouth ulcers
• Dry cough
• Fever, nausea and fatigue
• Opportunistic infections like pneumonia and skin rashes.
• Swollen lymph nodes

As mentioned earlier, the above-mentioned symptoms usually occur when HIV has progressed to AIDS. However, some symptoms may also occur in the initial stage of infection. Therefore, consult your doctor immediately.

There is no particular test preparation for this test. As there is no fasting required for HIV I & II test, you can comfortably have your regular meals throughout the procedure.

During the HIV I & II Test

After you have booked your HIV I and II tests through PharmEasy, an experienced phlebotomist will come to your home for sample collection. First, your vein will be located using a vein finder. Then, using sterile syringes and gloves, blood will be drawn into a clean collection tube. You can rest assured that the samples will be transported safely without any contamination.

In laboratory HIV tests, Western Blot test and a few other tests:

The normal values, parameters, and reference ranges of the test may vary from lab to lab. Please refer to the ranges mentioned in the report and consult a doctor to understand the interpretation of lab reports.

HIV test results are reported as indeterminate, negative, or positive. To understand the result, it is essential to know about the window period. You cannot detect the virus immediately after the infection. The time from when the person is infected to when the infection can be detected is called the window period.

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Risks / Possible Complications

An HIV test is a typical blood test with few chances of complications. However, don’t  delay in consulting your doctor if you experience:

• Continuous bleeding from the puncture site
• The needle-injured area of ​​the skin becomes swollen or painful

Limitations

• Test results may be affected by errors caused by machines or humans, leading to misinterpretation of the markers