Question
Are the home test kits reliable?
22 December 2007. Related: All topics, HIV testing.
Hi,
I ordered 2 home test kits on the net and I am still waiting.
Apart from thinking i have been ripped off, do they work?.
Also what are the signs of hiv ?
All the best and merry xmas from australia …
Answer
I am afraid we do not have much experience with the home test kits in the UK. The home testing is not practised here. Needless to say that perhaps there are people who may decide to buy from international websites. We, however, cannot guarantee that the quality of the product meets standards.
Maybe you should consider going to a clinic where you will be tested by a professional and will also receive a pre- and post-test counselling, which in the majority of the cases is quite important procedure.
As for signs and symptoms, please see the rest of the questions in our catching HIV section.