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Brian G

I wonder how this compares against the efficacy of a HIV RNA test (more commonly called a viral load). That RNA test is currently used to detect HIV almost immediately after exposure. If this test is cheaper, faster or better than it may represent an option to bring more information to bare for those who are exposed through rape, needle stick, etc. I don't think this will be meaningful for most people who become infected with HIV.

July 28, 2009 • Houston TX

Frederick Wright

Obomde, You comment is funny for I think you need to go back to educate people to know that every medical test or screening needs another test to confirm another test. I personally took many tests before I believed I was HIV for testing is no good without another test to confirm and another test to confirm, so the concept of Gold Standard is most concerning if one is believing in one test or one doctors opinion.

July 24, 2009 • Tampa

obmode

the hiv test needs to have an insert to clearly explain to people what it identifies and what it does not identify. some countries require 4 proteins for a positive result while others only require 2 proteins. the test is not standardized and does not meet Gold Standards of testing.

July 24, 2009 • los angeles