BANDUNG, WWW.PASJABAR.COM – Rapid HIV test is a type of HIV test that is used as an initial examination to detect antibodies to HIV disease.The results of this examination can be known in a short time, usually only need to wait about 20-30 minutes.However, the results of the HIV rapid test cannot be used as a benchmark for diagnosing someone with HIV.Further tests are needed to strengthen the rapid test results.Reporting from ALODOKTER, the HIV Rapid test has a fairly high level of accuracy, reaching 92 percent.However, antibody tests can show false positive results.This means that the test result may be negative, when in fact it is not.This condition is prone to occur if someone conducts a rapid test independently at home.It should be noted that the results of the antibody test are greatly influenced by the way the sample is collected and handled.So, if done in an inaccurate way, the results can be less accurate.In addition, false negative results are also possible if the antigen test is performed too early.This is because antibodies to fight the HIV virus are generally only fully formed after 3 months of infection.This test can be done at any time as an early detection of HIV disease.In fact, people aged 13–64 years are recommended to undergo an HIV test at least once.This test needs to be done as a screening if a person experiences early symptoms of HIV, especially if he is involved in drug abuse, especially those who use injection needles or frequently have sex with multiple partners, without using a condom.In addition, people diagnosed with hepatitis, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections also need to undergo a rapid HIV test routinely.The tests are carried out by medical personnel at the Puskesmas, VCT (voluntary counseling testing) clinics, and hospitals.The procedure needs to be carried out by medical personnel so that the test results can later be more accurate.This test can be done with two samples, namely blood and fluids from the mouth.For the antibody test with blood, a blood sample will be taken from the patient's fingertip and then dripped onto a rapid test kit and given a special reagent liquid that will detect antibodies.While the test with a sample of oral fluids using a special tool that is used by wiping the gums.The results of these two tests will be visible about 20-30 minutes after the test is completed.If the test result is positive, immediately consult a doctor to undergo further tests and get the appropriate treatment.However, if the result is negative but you are at high risk of HIV infection, consider having this test again for a maximum of 3 months to confirm the test results.(ran)BANDUNG, WWW.PASJABAR.COM – Storing food in the refrigerator can make food last longer to be consumed anytime....