Before the test
Prior to the test, the nurse will ask some questions to determine the type of risk. He or she will also answer any questions.
For the test
The test consists of pricking your finger. The blood is collected in a capillary tube and tested. It will take approximately 20 minutes to get the results.
After the test
After the blood draw, you can take a seat in the waiting room to wait for the result.
The results
A negative test means that you have not come into contact with HIV. There need be no additional testing. If the result is positive, there is always a second blood draw to rule out mistakes. The second blood draw takes place (anonymously) in the lab. It takes a week for the results to come back.
Duration of the test
The entire test, with initial and follow up consultation takes about a half hour all together.
Costs
The rapid HIV test is free.
More information
www.hebikHIV.nl