How Reliable Is HIV Home Test Kits? Core HIV 1/2 Home Test Kit?
Finally got on hand a home test kit, specifically, Core HIV 1/2 Home Test Kit. A friend sneaked on for me since it is forbidden to test anonymously in the country where I am now. My last risky exposure was 7 months ago.. After hours of prayers and hesitation, I finally tested myself. I am NEGATIVE! Now my questions are:
1. Is this result reliable? I mean talking about the reliability of home test kits
2. 7 months ago was my risky exposure, have I chosen the correct way to test myself? Was it okay to use a home test kit in this period?
HIV :: Is Oraquick Really Reliable?
Had a possible exposure in January 2015 ...... Took a home test Oraquick on April 29 2015 and test was Negative. I was still feeling paranoid so in November 2015 I decided to go out and buy another test. Took it and it was once again Negative. So that means I tested Negative at 3 months post possible exposure and then again at 10 months post possible exposure.
The reason i'm so nervous is being I recently had an Endoscopy done and was diagnosed with Esophageal Thrush. Just about everywhere I turn to on the internet mentions HIV as a big culprit. However it also says there are other causes like diabetes and asthma medicine. I don't use any of those, but i am a big sufferer of GERD.
I'm wondering how reliable these tests are. Should I seriously quit being so paranoid?
I have not engaged in risky activities since January 2015. I've read that the test is pretty much "dummy proof" and built much like a pregnancy test where as long as you get a line on the Control line then you know it's working right.
Oraquick At 5 Weeks Reliable ?
Is a 5 week HIV test too early to test? I received a negative, however how often does these test results change?
View 3 RepliesHIV :: Oraquick Reliable After A Year Of Exposure?
I was just wondering could oraquick be used after a year of exposure or what kind of test could be used after a year?
View 3 RepliesHIV :: Oraquick Test Reliable After Years Of Exposure?
I am struggling with a concern I have been having for about two weeks. I have taken the oraquick at home oral swab 4 times And tested negative 4 times.. I feel as though my first result wasn't completely followed as directed so really only 3 negative results.. It has been 3 years since I would have came in contact with HIV.. So I guess my question is..Can I trust these results?
View 1 RepliesOraquick - Two Negatives In 3 Month Window? Reliable ?
I am a heterosexual female in her mid 20's. In October and December of 2015, I had unprotected sex with a guy I was casually dating (so dumb, I know). He assured me he was "clean" and I didn't think twice about it, until I started dating my current boyfriend in January.
Shortly after we started dating, I got a UTI, took antibiotics, which then gave me the WORST yeast infection of my life. When it didn't go away with the normal remedies by the first week of Feb, I went to the doc for my yearly. I was tested for everything bacterial and she said HIV/Herpes testing wasn't necessary, so I took her word for it. It only came back for yeast.
Fast forward to March and it wasn't gone. After I consulted Dr. Google, it said chronic yeast infections are signs of HIV in women. Naturally, I ran to the nearest CVS for an Oraquick. It was negative, yay. (March 15, 2016)
Ever since, the thought of having HIV has caused me tremendous anxiety. To the point that I tested myself again at the end of May, which was also negative.
So my question is, can I reliably put my worries to bed after my two negative home tests outside of the 3 month window? I followed the intructions to a "T", it's the horror stories about people having negative rapid tests and positive blood tests that cause me concern.
Lastly, my current boyfriend and I have been using protection the entirety of our relationship. In the event that I do have HIV, what is the likelihood that I would have given it to him?
HIV :: Oraquick At Home Conclusive?
So I had an exposure a little over a year ago. I started off protected anal but the condom for some reason was taken off and the last couple minutes were unprotected. I ejaculated inside. I have taken 2 oraquick in home tests and both resulted in negatives. Are these conclusive and can I move on? No matter the symptoms I am thinking I have
View 4 RepliesOraquick Home Test (5 Negative) After Sex With CSW But Still Scared
I made a horrible mistake back in July of this year. I had very brief unprotected sex with a csw. When I say brief, 10 seconds or less. Still a risk I know. Since then anxiety has gotten the best of me. Starting at the 11th week post exposure up until 4 and a half months post exposure I have taken 5 Oraquick Home test. All negative and followed the directions. The problem is all the stuff I read on the internet. Most if it's good, but then there are a few things that scare me and make me wonder if my test were right. I know not to believe everything I read on the internet, but it still scares me. I have had no symptoms and feel great other than my anxiety is through the roof. In all honesty, can I trust the home test results and quit worrying?
View 14 Replies3 Oraquick In Home Test Negative But Still HIV Symptoms?
I never been sexually active in my life (Never had sex before) except THESE BIGGEST SINES I EVER MADE in my life, I know I'm dumb and stupid, I'm too scared I need some conforte here please:
First time in my life I had sex (unprotected) was 8 months ago (August) with an escort girl. Second exposure was 5 months ago (December), I met a girl offered me massage she was a transsexual. she rubbed her penis on my back and anus (I think with no condom) cuz she ejaculated on my anus and back. (No penetration) Third time with the same transsexual in March with condom but also (no penetration).
I saw the ad for (Oraquick in Home Oral swab) on TV and the internet so I decide to get tested. I had tested for other stds as well Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia they were all negative. I tested for HIV (Oraquick in Home Oral swab) up to 8 months after First Exposure. I tested for HIV (Oraquick in Home Oral swab) and 5 months after Second Exposure.
I followed the instructions, and tested after 3 months exposures "ALL NEGATIVE".... I'm not gonna argue with you about my persistent symptoms (Muscle and joint aches, my both knees are red and aching my legs and some twitching and stabbing pain arms, neck and shoulder.) that's starts 5 months after the first exposure and still occurring till now they come and go. I know you don't discuss symptoms here.
1) What are my risk assessments regarding my exposures described above?
2) Do I still Need to test or get a different type of testing?
3) Are my persistent symptoms related to HIV?
4) Are my oraquick tests I took reliable and accurate???
5) Am I conclusively Negative do Not have HIV?
6) Can I MOVE ON with my life with 100% no worries?
OraQuick At Home Test Being Accurate On Children?
Does anyone have knowledge of the OraQuick at home test being accurate on children? I know the manufacturer states that the test is not for anyone under the age of 17. However, aren't antibodies in children the same as in adults? If antibodies for hiv were present in a child, wouldn't the test pick it up?
View 1 RepliesChances Of Getting Two False Negative At Home Oraquick Tests?
What are the chances of getting two false negative at home oraquick tests? Their website says it's only 92% accurate/sensitive in picking up a positive infected person. Exposure was 10 yrs ago. Could I be in late stage aids and not know it and possibly not producing enough antibodies? Please help I just keep thinking what if they were false and I'm dying. It says 1 in 12 could get a false negative a 8% false negative rate. I think about it everyday and I'm scared to go to a doctor. I read online articles everyday too. Its becoming an extreme fear. What are my chances?
View 1 RepliesOraQuick At Home Anti Body Fluid Tests Accurate?
Are the OraQuick at home anti body fluid tests accurate? I have read that 1 in 12 will test false negative. I have also read that those false negatives are not do to testing in the window period. Can someone please explain the validity of the tests and the truth about the false negatives? Also, if the OraQuick is administered to children, if the child was infected, would the OraQuick detect the antibodies in that individual? I know test is not recommended for children, but antibodies to hiv should be detectable regardless of age, correct?
View 18 RepliesHIV :: Oraquick Reliable At 1 Month, 3 Months And 6.5 Months?
I had a kind of risky encounter about 7 months ago. I used the oraquick test at 1 month, 3 months (twice) and 6.5 months. All came back negative. Can I rely on these results as being accurate and not a false negative?
View 7 RepliesOraquick Home Test - Few Sips Of Water Prior To Test
I have a question I took a oral swab home test today 5 year post exposure condom broke. The exposure was anal sex. My question is i had a few sips of water prior to the test due to dry mouth is my negative result false or not conclusive?
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I get positive result in Tri dot test ..what should i do? and that HIv report says that HIV 1 is reactive .and HIV (**II) Negative . REACTION in tri dot method only.. And to be confirmed by Western Blot OR ELISA method only..
View 1 RepliesHIV :: How Reliable Is The P24 Antigen Test?
I have read that the p24 antigen test can detect HIV in its early stages, prior to an assay test. Approximately from about 10 days to 4 weeks after exposure.
However, I have read on countless occasions people saying that it is not to be considered when diagnosing or detecting HIV. I just find it a little confusing. If there's no point relying on it, then why use it?
I recently had one day combined with an assay at 9 days post exposure. I know this is too soon for results however, I guess it will be good for a baseline. I will be retesting at 3 months.
Contraception :: Cerazette Pill - How Reliable It Is?
I have just started Cerazette yesterday and I am wondering how reliable it is. I have a long term partner and I am wondering if we need to use protection when having sex or can I trust this method of contraception?
View 3 RepliesHIV 1&2 P24 Antigen Screening Test - Reliable?
I want to get tested for HIV. I had my last intercourse 3 months back. I want to go for HIV 1&2 P24 antigen screening test. Is that test accurate? What if the test comes negative? Don't I have to take any further tests?
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