Glossary

NASBA (nucleic acid sequence based amplification) – a type of viral load test.

in vitro – a study in a test tube. Literally, ‘in glass’.

postpartum refers to the time after a baby is born. Postpartum refers to the mother.

See: antepartum and intrapartum.

Portacath – a small medical device fitted under the skin that allows injected drugs to have a more direct route to where they are needed.

non-nuke – a common term for NNRTI.