Rapid HIV and Syphilis Test
Syphilis and HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) are sexually transmitted diseases (STD), also known as sexually transmitted infections (STI). Syphilis is a bacterial infection that can be treated with antibiotics. HIV is a viral infection that affects the immune system; if left untreated, it can lead to AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). Symptoms of STDs can vary, so it is possible to have one and not realize it. This is why STD testing is so important.
Typically, it takes days to receive STD test results. If you are concerned about HIV and Syphilis, Any Lab Test Now offers a faster testing option with results available in approximately 1 hour.
The Rapid HIV and Syphilis test is a quick way to screen for both HIV and syphilis with high sensitivity and specificity. This test works by detecting Treponema pallidum (which is the bacteria that causes syphilis), and antibodies to HIV. All it requires is a simple blood draw – screening results are available in approximately 1 hour.
Please note that this is a screening test, not a diagnostic test. This test will give a result of either “reactive” or “non-reactive” for both HIV and syphilis. All “reactive” test results will be confirmed through additional testing. This means that for “reactive” screens only, a blood sample will be sent out to an outside reference lab for diagnostic testing.