{"product_id":"oraquick-hiv-self-test","title":"OraQuick HIV Self Test","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOraQuick\u003c\/b\u003e is the first \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFDA-approved\u003c\/span\u003e over-the-counter, rapid \u003cb\u003ein-home HIV test\u003c\/b\u003e. It provides a private, pain-free way to screen for HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies by using an oral swab instead of a blood sample. The test delivers confidential results in \u003cb\u003e20 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to Use the Test\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTo ensure an accurate reading, you must precisely follow the testing instructions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreparation\u003c\/b\u003e: Do not eat, drink, or use oral care products (like toothpaste or mouthwash) for \u003cb\u003e30 minutes before\u003c\/b\u003e starting the test. Remove any dental products covering your gums.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Swab\u003c\/b\u003e: Take the collection stick and gently swipe the flat pad \u003cb\u003eonce along your upper gums and once along your lower gums\u003c\/b\u003e. Do not swab the inside of your cheeks or your tongue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Development\u003c\/b\u003e: Insert the pad completely into the provided test tube containing the developer solution. Leave it there to read the results at the 20-minute mark. Do not read the results after 40 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnderstanding Your Results\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe testing device features two designated areas: \u003cb\u003eC\u003c\/b\u003e (Control) and \u003cb\u003eT\u003c\/b\u003e (Test).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eNegative Result\u003c\/b\u003e: A single line appears next to the \u003cb\u003eC\u003c\/b\u003e and no line appears next to the \u003cb\u003eT\u003c\/b\u003e. This means HIV antibodies were not detected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositive Result\u003c\/b\u003e: Two lines appear, one next to \u003cb\u003eC\u003c\/b\u003e and one next to \u003cb\u003eT \u003c\/b\u003e- \u003cb\u003eeven if the \"T\" line is very faint\u003c\/b\u003e. This is a preliminary positive result and \u003cb\u003erequires a confirmatory medical blood test\u003c\/b\u003e at a clinic to verify. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eInvalid Result\u003c\/b\u003e: If no line appears next to \u003cb\u003eC\u003c\/b\u003e, the test did not work properly and the result is invalid, meaning you must retest with a new kit. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eImportant Considerations \u0026amp; Limitations\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Window Period\u003c\/b\u003e: OraQuick looks for the body's immune response (antibodies) to HIV, not the virus itself. It takes time for the body to build up enough antibodies to be detected. Because of this \u003cb\u003e3-month window period\u003c\/b\u003e, taking the test too soon after a potential exposure may lead to a false negative. If you think you were exposed recently, you should test again after 3 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eAccuracy\u003c\/b\u003e: When used correctly, OraQuick has a high specificity rate (about 99.98%), meaning false positives are very rare. However, its sensitivity is around 92%, meaning about 1 in 12 HIV-positive individuals may receive a false negative result, often due to testing within the window period or user error.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eExclusions\u003c\/b\u003e: You should not use this test if you are already known to be HIV-positive, are taking PrEP\/PEP preventative treatments, are on HIV treatment, or are participating in an HIV vaccine trial, as these factors will skew the results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Optum Health Pharmacy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53985667973420,"sku":null,"price":975.0,"currency_code":"KES","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/6895\/7484\/files\/oraquick-hiv-self-test.webp?v=1787899949","url":"https:\/\/optumhealthpharmacy.com\/products\/oraquick-hiv-self-test","provider":"Optum Health Pharmacy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}