The Western blot test is used to diagnose HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. The collected blood sample is tested for the presence of HIV antibodies produced by the body to the virus and not the virus itself. This test is used along with the ELISA test to confirm HIV infection.
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What are the ways to confirm HIV?
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Will HIV test be negative while on ART?
Query: Hi doctor, I am under ART for HIV. If I test for HIV now, will it be negative since I am under treatment? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Despite the currently available antiretroviral therapy (ART), your HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) detection tests like ELISA (enzyme-linked immunoassay) and western blot are not expected to become negative. There is no medically confirmed, published, or acknowled... Read Full »