Better2Know Sexual health & STIs

HIV 1 PCR

This HIV test is for just 10 days after you last had sex or other incident of concern.

Sample
Blood
Collection
Venous draw at clinic or nurse visit
Results in
1 day
Biomarkers
1
Tests for
  • HIV and the p24 Antigen

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
blood
Collection method
venous draw at clinic or nurse visit
Turnaround time
1 day
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

  • HIV and the p24 Antigen

About this test

Better2Know has the earliest possible HIV test available. At just 10 days after any potential exposure we can get you an accurate HIV test. This is the earliest test available for HIV detection available in the world. If you have had a recent encounter and suspect you may have contracted HIV you should consider the HIV RNA PCR test with Better2Know.

What is the PCR Testing Method?

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) is a testing technique that allows the laboratory to find a specific RNA when it is present in very small quantities. It extracts and amplifies the genetic material from the sample to detect the presence of an infection, in this case, HIV.

What samples are needed?

A blood sample is needed for this test. At your private appointment, a qualified nurse or clinician will take the required sample before sending it to our certified laboratory for analysis.

How will I get my results?

Your results will be uploaded to your secure online patient results area as soon as they are ready. We will send you an email or SMS when all your results are back. You can also check online at any time.

How do I book?

To arrange a booking with Better2Know today, you can use our online booking system by clicking the Get Started button at the top of the page and following the instructions. Or call our friendly sexual health advisors on the phone number above.

Description provided by Better2Know.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.5/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 7.5/10

    A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.

  • Collection convenience 6.0/10

    Requires a venous draw at a clinic; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 2 days.

  • Results and follow-up 4.5/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 6.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 775 reviews; CQC registered; trading 18+ years.

  • Value for money 2.3/10

    £295.00 against a comparison-group median of £185.00 (+59%).

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