HIV I And II Test In Pune - Price & Details

Although you can get an HIV I & II test done at any reputed hospital or diagnostic centre in Pune, there are chances you may have to travel to the healthcare centre. But with PharmEasy Labs, you have the option of a home sample collection facility, no matter your current location. An HIV test usually requires blood work, and results help to confirm whether you have HIV. With a number of diagnostic test packages available on the PharmEasy App, you are given the opportunity to get the best possible health outcomes.

PharmEasy Labs in Pune offers advanced laboratory services that are fully automated and barcoded. The test results provided are accurate, reliable and verified by registered health professionals before delivery. The team of experts has over two decades of experience in the field.

PharmEasy Labs is present in all major cities, and the company ensures safe and dignified sample collection, whether you are living in Pune or any other city. The report is delivered in a fast turnaround time, enabling you to make quick decisions with respect to your health.

The cost of an HIV test can vary depending on various factors. Nevertheless, the typical price for an HIV test at PharmEasy in Pune ranges from INR 315 to INR 769. Feel free to compare HIV test prices in different major Indian cities below.

The HIV Screening Test is crucial for individuals with potential exposure to the virus, helping detect HIV-1 and HIV-2 variants. It is especially recommended for those with multiple sexual partners, shared needle use, or other risk factors. Early detection is key, as the test aids in identifying HIV infection, preventing its progression to AIDS, and guiding appropriate medical care and treatment.

Please note that it is important to dispel social stigmas and myths related to HIV transmission, as the virus does not spread through air, water, saliva, sweat, tears, insects, pets, sharing food, drinks, or rooms/toilets.

The HIV test screens for infection using a blood sample. NAT and antigen/antibody combo tests need blood from veins, while Rapid Antibody tests use blood from a finger prick. You do not need to fast before taking the HIV I and II test.

During the HIV I and II Test

A PharmEasy professional will come to your home as scheduled to collect your sample. They will use a fresh kit and needle to take your blood, and the whole process will only take 5-10 minutes. The technicians are highly skilled and will follow all the NABL and safety guidelines during sample collection.

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