HIV I And II Test In Patna - Price & Details

PharmEasy Labs is the country’s most trusted diagnostic service provider, offering more than 500 tests at affordable rates. The tests are offered in all major cities and towns, spread over 2500 pin codes. The team is technically very sound, with more than 25 years of experience in their professional field. Use the benefit of the home sample collection service and get the test done from the comfort of your home without travelling to a diagnostic centre.

PharmEasy Labs is trusted for its reliable reports as the tests are analysed in modern laboratories that have fully automated and barcoded machines. Once the results are prepared, they are verified by a practitioner and then sent to the registered email address. The turnaround time for report generation is extremely fast, so that prompt medical action can be taken.

Book the HIV I and II test in Patna with PharmEasy Labs, and get a complete and comprehensive package that includes the following:

• Antibody test for HIV I and II: The body starts to produce antibodies to fight off HIV after 2 to 8 weeks after the exposure. The antibody test detects the presence of said antibodies in the bloodstream.
• Antigen and antibody test for HIV I and II: This is a dual test that checks the blood for antigens and antibodies. People with an HIV infection have the p24 antigen present in the blood. The test will first check the antigen and then for the presence of antibodies.
• Nucleic Acid Test or NAT: The HIV I and II Nucleic Acid Test checks the presence of HIV RNA in the bloodstream. HIV RNA is the genetic material found in HIV

Various factors contribute to the variability in the cost of an HIV test. Nevertheless, the standard price for an HIV test at PharmEasy in Patna is typically between INR 315 and INR 769. To make an informed decision, consider comparing HIV test prices in major Indian cities.

The HIV I and II test is prescribed by the doctor if there is any exposure to the HIV virus. The symptoms of HIV are:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Groin sores
• Exhaustion
• Diarrhoea
• Oral thrush
• Swollen lymph nodes

The HIV test is also a routine test that is done for pregnant women in the first trimester, women trying to get pregnant, and blood donors.

You do not need to make any special preparations before the HIV I and II test. As there is no need to fast, the test can be booked for any time.

During the HIV I and II Test

Once the HIV I and II test is booked, a phlebotomist is assigned who will come to your house to take the blood sample. There are many time slots available, so you can choose one that is convenient. The phlebotomists collect the samples in a comfortable and pain-free manner, using sterilized disposable gloves and needles. They carry a vein finder device that helps them locate the best vein in the forearm to draw blood from, reducing discomfort. The samples are then stored in barcoded vials, kept in cooling containers, then safely transported to the lab for testing.

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