Test for HIV using a fourth-generation laboratory test with at-home sample collection. The analysis checks for both HIV antigens and antibodies in a capillary blood sample.
The test at a glance
- Sample collection entirely at home
- Liquid capillary blood from the fingertip
- Laboratory analysis
- Medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189
- Quality assurance according to Rili-BÄK
- Digital results in a personal health portal
What is analyzed?
HIV Ag/Ab – fourth generation
The fourth-generation HIV test combines the analysis of p24 antigen with HIV antibodies. This combination can detect infection earlier than tests that only analyze antibodies, though the timing of the sample collection relative to exposure remains crucial.
Symptoms and when testing may be relevant
The test may be relevant after unprotected sex, the sharing of injection equipment, or other potential exposure to HIV.
Early HIV infection may be asymptomatic or cause flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, rash, and swollen lymph nodes. Such symptoms can have many other causes.
An infection can exist without clear symptoms. Therefore, the test result and the time elapsed since potential exposure must be assessed together.
Who is this test for?
- For those wishing to test for HIV after potential exposure.
- For those wishing to take a fourth-generation laboratory test.
- For those wishing to take the test at home.
How the test works
- Order the test and receive a discreet sampling kit at home.
- Read the instructions carefully.
- Prick your fingertip and collect liquid capillary blood in the sample tube.
- Label, pack, and send the sample to the laboratory.
- The laboratory analyzes the specified infection markers.
- View the result digitally in your personal health portal.
Before taking the test
Follow the instructions in the sampling kit. The timing relative to a potential exposure is important, as an infection may be too recent to detect. In the event of recent exposure, symptoms, or continued suspicion, a new test or contact with a healthcare provider may be necessary.
Laboratory and quality
The sample is analyzed at a medical laboratory accredited according to ISO 15189. The laboratory's quality assurance also adheres to Rili-BÄK guidelines for laboratory medical testing.
- Sample material: liquid capillary blood
- Sampling location: at home
- Result: digital laboratory report
- Turnaround time: transport time and the scope of the analysis affect the total time
Results and follow-up
The result is displayed digitally, accompanied by the laboratory's information. A reactive or positive screening result requires assessment and, if necessary, confirmation by a healthcare professional. A negative result does not always rule out a very recently acquired infection.
Important
Seek medical attention immediately for individual advice following a situation with a significant risk of infection, especially if preventive treatment may be time-critical. The test does not replace medical assessment or treatment.
Frequently asked questions
What does a fourth-generation HIV test analyze?
It analyzes both p24 antigen and antibodies against HIV.
When can I get tested?
Follow the laboratory's current instructions regarding the window period and timing of the test. In the event of very recent exposure, contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Can HIV be asymptomatic?
Yes. Testing is the only way to determine if an infection is present.
What does a reactive result mean?
It is not a definitive diagnosis and requires confirmation by a healthcare provider.
What should I do after a recent high-risk situation?
Contact a healthcare provider immediately, as post-exposure preventive treatment is time-sensitive.
Is the result automatically reported to an authority or a health center?
The result is not automatically sent to a government agency or health center. The sample is processed by the laboratory, and the result is displayed in your personal health portal in accordance with the service’s procedures for handling health and personal data.
What is analysed
- HIV Ag/Ab (4th generation)
