This is post I just wanted to highlight three posts I have created that talk about HIV, the window period of HIV and one of the most common questions "Can I get HIV from oral sex?".
Currently the Alere Rapid HIV test is available across the world and it's a 4th generation HIV test. This test tests for three different proteins, HIV1 and HIV2 antibodies as well as P24. A protein that is produced in the body early in HIV seroconversion illness.
These rapid tests are very convenient as they only require a small drop of blood and you are able to leave with a result in under 30 minutes.
The limitation of all tests for HIV are they are limited by "the window period of HIV" which is how soon you can detect HIV after exposure.
Currently the modern 4th generation HIV tests are able to detect HIV infection as early as 14 days and this is due to the combination of their testing for the anitbodies produced against HIV as well as the protein P24.
Of course it's vital to be sure to have a second test after 90 days which is internationally regarded as the time from which a person if infected should definitely have a positive result on standard HIV tests.
Many people have concerns about the transmission of HIV via oral sex.
While this is a concern for many people it's important to understand that HIV is not easily transmitted via oral sex. For this to happen there has to be not only bodily fluids within the mouth but there also needs to be cuts, ulcers or recent dental work to allow HIV to enter the body. This is often not the case and for this reason it's strongly considered highly unlikely that HIV will be transmitted via oral sex.
Of course if you have any questions about HIV be sure to talk with your family doctor or local sexual health clinic.
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