When you need to know quickly if your patient has contracted HIV, these options can provide a faster result. Even though follow-up with conventional testing might be required, quickly diagnosing HIV infection is crucial to getting patients started on antiretroviral therapy as soon as possible.
| Table. Selected Rapid Diagnostic Tests for HIV | ||||
| Company | Test/panel |  Technology |  Notes | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbott | ARCHITECT HIV Ag/Ab Combo | 2-step chemiluminescence microparticle immunoassay (combination antibody/antigen | ||