Sometimes testing centres carry out a POCT rapid test, then send a blood sample to the lab for confirmation. It will be more than likely a 4th generation antigen/antibody duo test or a 3rd generation antibody test if it was specifically for HIV, you will have to ask them if you want to know which type it was.
Yea but unfortunately this free clinic has no direct number and when i call him he doesnt know what hes talking about he tried to say it was an "accute hiv test" which ive never heard of then when i mentioned names of hiv tests i said pcr test he says "oh yea pcr test" ...very unreliable and unprofessional
Him =The Counselor at the clinic
The rapid test are very reliable at 3 months post exposure. Laboratory blood tests are even more sensitive so both test are trust worthy. Unless you had a specific episode, ie risk event I would relax. If you are still concerned visit another clinic that offers a free test, ask them before you take the test what type it is.
My possible risk exposure was september 13th i was tested october 7th amd only because someone i had sexual relations with had syphilis turns out i had it too so i dont know the proper protocol when dealing with these situations but i kinda think it was too soon to get tested