My friends used your service and were so pleased. So, when I needed some testing, they insisted that I call Request A Test. I am sure glad I did because the process was so professional, quick, and affordable. Just like the website promised. Great job!
Client in Beaumont, TX
HIV Testing
HIV-2 EIA TEST $115
HIV-1 & HIV-2 EIA $145 (Savings $29)
HIV-1 PCR TEST with HIV-1 EIA $239
REPEAT HIV-1 PCR TEST $199 (Savings $40)
HIV-1 WESTERN BLOT $99
HIV-2 EIA Test $115
HIV-1 & HIV-2 EIA $145 (Savings $29)
Known as: (human immunodeficiency virus, HIV-1 antibodies, enzyme immunoassay, ELISA, HIV-2 Antibodies)
Description: HIV-1 antibodies by EIA with Western blot confirmation, at no additional charge, if the HIV-1 EIA results are repeatedly positive. The HIV EIA test is one of the most popular tests in the United States for HIV. Antibodies for HIV can appear as early as a few weeks after being infected with the HIV virus. The bulk of the population would demonstrate HIV-1 antibodies after 3 months from a potential contact or exposure. In rare circumstances, it could take past 6 months to be detectible for HIV-1. HIV-2 antibodies may take more than 6 months to be detectible. Turnaround time is typically 1 business day for the HIV-1 and 1-3 business days for HIV-2.
Early detection is important so that treatment may begin as soon as possible and assist with delaying the onset of serious complications. In addition, knowing your status will enable you to take the necessary steps in preventing the transmission of HIV to others.
Requirements: This is a blood test. No special requirements for testing.
REPEAT HIV-1 PCR TEST $199 (Savings $40)
Known as: (human immunodeficiency virus, HIV, Proviral, DNA, PCR amplification)
Description: The HIV-1 DNA by PCR test does not look for the antibodies for HIV but instead looks directly for the proviral DNA. The complex HIV-1 PCR test is 99% accurate at 28 days or more from a suspected contact or exposure. Some people may be detectable earlier. The HIV-1 DNA by PCR test has been an industry standard test in high risk professions for many years. This test may detect the presence of HIV before seroconversion. Turnaround time is typically 2-5 business days for the HIV-1 PCR. The HIV-1 EIA test can be performed at the same time or saved for later use up to six months after initial purchase of an HIV-1 PCR.
Early detection is important so that treatment may begin as soon as possible and assist with delaying the onset of serious complications. In addition, knowing your status will enable you to take the necessary steps in preventing the transmission of HIV to others.
Requirements: This is a blood test. No special requirements for testing.
Known As: HIV-1 Antibody Confirmation, Western Blot
Description: Typically, the Western Blot HIV-1 test is used as a confirmatory test after an HIV-1 EIA test has a positive result. The Western BLOT HIV-1 test looks for many different types of HIV antigen groups which are represented as “bands” in the result. To have a positive HIV-1 Western Blot result, specific bands must be present. Bands can be listed as present but may not be the ones listed as fitting the “positive results” criteria. It is not recommended to use the Western Blot test as an initial screening test because some individuals may be HIV-1 negative but show the presence of bands that do not fit the “positive results” criteria. Turnaround time is typically 1-3 business days.
Early detection is important so that treatment may begin as soon as possible and assist with delaying the onset of serious complications. In addition, knowing your status will enable you to take the necessary steps in preventing the transmission of HIV to others.
Requirements: This is a blood test. No special requirements for testing.
in the following packages:
| Essential Package | $219 |
| Peace of Mind Package | $399 |
| Upgrade Peace of Mind Package | $499 |
| Recent Exposure-Comprehensive | $459 |
What is HIV/AIDS?
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. In most cases, people infected with HIV will develop AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). HIV destroys "helper cells" that are critical in the normal functioning of the human immune system. With the destruction of "helper cells", there is an increase for opportunistic infections. There are two types of HIV, HIV-1 and HIV-2. While HIV-1 is commonly tested for in the United States, HIV-2 is predominantly found in Africa and is still not recommended as a routine test. read more...
Request A Test, Ltd.™ is a medical screening services provider. Results provided
to you are for informational purposes only. We do not diagnose or treat medical
conditions. Request A Test, Ltd.™ does not replace the care of a medical practitioner
or counselor. All transactions with Request A Test, Ltd.™ are confidential and will
not be shared with third parties. Depending on the nature of your testing, if you
receive a "positive" or "indeterminate result", confirmatory testing may be recommended
and may involve additional charges.
There is always a small possibility of an error or failure in laboratory testing. This is inherent to complex testing in any laboratory. Extensive measures are taken to avoid these errors**. As a client of Request A Test, you have access to our extensive list of clinics and hot-line referrals (no warranty for their services). Please let us know
if you would like this information.
**False negative results can have 2 possible meanings, a person can be
infected, but their body has not yet produced the appropriate indicators
or your body is producing the appropriate indicators but for some reason the
test failed to detect it. A False positive result can indicate that you
tested positive for the appropriate indicators, when in fact, you are
negative. Errors could also be broken test tubes, lost specimens, etc.
