gamerguy |
11-03-2025 04:47 AM |
Re: HIV screening info
Just wanted to share that nowadays there are HIV self-test kits that don't require the drawing of blood, only need to swab saliva. Results in about 20 - 30 mins. Accuracy is respectable: low false positive and low false negative rates. Cost-wise economical compared to attending a clinic consultation.
There are avenues in SG that sell these self-test kits like off-the-shelf products. Don't have to divulge personal information. Don't have to see a doctor/pharmacist before buying one.
Came to know of this when I spoke to the people at a HIV booth manned by a HIV awareness and prevention organization. Just nice they were selling these kits, and they also brought in their mobile HIV testing van that does the HIV test which requires blood sample. Bought a self-test kit to try try at home – negative result – good.
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