A standard 4th generation HIV blood test checking for HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen together, with results the next working day. Suited to a first check after the recommended incubation period.
1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.
This test checks for HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen using what's known as a 4th generation method, which combines both markers in one blood test. It is the standard type of HIV test used for a first check after a suspected exposure, once the recommended incubation period has passed.
Against the group's £185 median, this test's £145 price makes it one of the better-value options here, cheaper than Better2Know's own instant clinic tests (£185) and its PCR-based tests (£295 and £495), though still more than the cheapest options in the group such as a Medichecks HIV Blood Test (£49) or Better2Know's own HIV Home Test Kit (£65).
The clarity score is high because the listing sets out the sample type, biomarker and turnaround clearly. value for money scores well given the discount to the group median, while results and follow-up score only moderately because the result is not reviewed by a doctor as standard.
This suits someone who wants a standard, well-established HIV test after the recommended incubation period, attending a clinic or having a nurse visit at home, with results back the next working day.
If cost matters more than attending in person, Better2Know's own HIV Home Test Kit uses the same biomarker for £65, and Medichecks offers a HIV Blood Test for £49; both are considerably cheaper alternatives to this clinic-based version.
A clinician takes a venous blood sample at a clinic, or a nurse can visit you at home; a £65 home test kit version is also available. The sample is analysed at the laboratory and results are uploaded to your online patient area the next working day, with a notification by phone, email or SMS. The fact sheet does not state that a doctor reviews the result before you see it.
Better2Know's HIV 4th Generation Test checks for HIV and the p24 antigen from a venous blood sample, with results back the next working day. At £145 it costs 22% less than the £185 median across this HIV comparison group, and there's a cheaper £65 home kit option too, though results are not reviewed by a doctor as standard.
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.
A single-marker test measuring exactly what it sets out to; depth is not the point of this comparison group.
A blood sample taken at home by a visiting nurse or phlebotomist; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results in around 1 days, well ahead of the sexual health norm of 2.
Results are not doctor-reviewed and no consultation is included; the provider does not describe the report format.
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£145.00 against a comparison-group median of £185.00 (-22%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
This test belongs to our HIV test comparison group. See how it stacks up against equivalent tests from other providers.
HIV screen well below the group's £185 median price
A single blood test that checks for HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies plus the P24 antigen, suited to anyone who wants to check their status after a potential exposure or as routine sexual health screening.
Cheapest HIV test in Better2Know's own line-up
A finger-prick HIV home test kit you collect yourself and post to the lab, checking HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen, with results the next working day.
Cheapest single-marker HIV test in our comparison set
A single-marker at-home blood test that checks for HIV using a finger-prick sample, for adults without symptoms who want a private HIV check.
Same-visit HIV result, priced right at the group median
An instant HIV test giving a result at the clinic in around 20 minutes, using a finger-prick or blood sample, for anyone who wants a same-visit answer rather than waiting for lab results.
Median-priced HIV check, though home kits are far cheaper
A same-day blood test for HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen, for anyone who wants an in-person result rather than a postal or home kit.
PCR HIV test priced well above most peers in this group
A PCR blood test that looks directly for HIV genetic material and the p24 antigen, which can be used sooner after a suspected exposure than antibody-only HIV tests. Suited to anyone who wants an early check after a specific incident.
Viral load monitoring test, not an initial HIV screen
A blood test measuring HIV viral load, aimed at people who already know their HIV status and want to check how the infection or its treatment is progressing, rather than a first exposure check.
Tests specifically for the less common HIV type 2
A blood test that checks specifically for HIV type 2, the less common of the two HIV types, using PCR technology on a venous sample.
HIV screen well below the group's £185 median price
A single blood test that checks for HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies plus the P24 antigen, suited to anyone who wants to check their status after a potential exposure or as routine sexual health screening.
Cheapest HIV test in Better2Know's own line-up
A finger-prick HIV home test kit you collect yourself and post to the lab, checking HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen, with results the next working day.
Cheapest single-marker HIV test in our comparison set
A single-marker at-home blood test that checks for HIV using a finger-prick sample, for adults without symptoms who want a private HIV check.
Same-visit HIV result, priced right at the group median
An instant HIV test giving a result at the clinic in around 20 minutes, using a finger-prick or blood sample, for anyone who wants a same-visit answer rather than waiting for lab results.
