An HIV home test can be a convenient option if you want to test privately, whether after a possible exposure, as part of routine testing, or simply because you want to know your status. The right time to test depends on the type of test and its window period, so always follow the instructions supplied with the test.
Knowing your status helps you decide what to do next. A reactive self-test result requires follow-up testing to confirm the result. If HIV is confirmed, effective treatment can reduce the virus to undetectable levels. People who achieve and maintain an undetectable viral load do not sexually transmit HIV.
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