HIV is a world concern and it can rear its ugly head anywhere in the world, even in Singapore. Receiving an HIV Testing Singapore is not too difficult as all it involves s a little blood and a little waiting time. Now that there are different methods to do the test you can receive your results in a matter of 20 minutes. It is a simple pin prick to the finger, take a little blood and then use the rapid HIV Kit and you’re done.
To know you are getting the best HIV test, you should make sure the clinic you go to is capable of providing you with a 4th generation test which allows for both antibodies and antigens. Third generation tests unfortunately look for only antibodies.
Another way to know that you are receiving the best test is to make sure that the clinic you use has the rapid test kits. If you test positive after using a rapid test kit you will need to have a confirmation test done to make sure there was no mistake and that the rapid test kit was used properly.
A third way to know you are getting the best HIV test is to make sure your appointment is completely anonymous. Test results can be skewed if everyone knows who you are. If the clinic cannot protect your privacy then who knows what else they will mess up. Opt for the clinic that has your interest in mind.
Finally, make sure that the staff conducting the test is trained professionals or volunteers. Untrained staff can and will make mistakes and not use the equipment correctly and you may be told you had a positive result when in fact you are HIV negative.
This is how to know that you are getting the best HIV test in Singapore. Don’t risk your health by using the untrained, cheap options. Go for the best all the time.