Better2Know Sexual health & STIs

HIV Home Test Kit

A blood test for HIV 1/2 and the p-24 antigen.

  • At-home test
  • Subscription available
Sample
Blood
Collection
At-home finger-prick, post to lab; also clinic £145
Results in
1 day
Biomarkers
1
Tests for
  • HIV and the p24 Antigen

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
blood
Collection method
at-home finger-prick, post to lab; also clinic £145
Turnaround time
1 day
Biomarkers tested
1
At-home test
Yes
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

1 biomarker as listed by Better2Know.

  • HIV and the p24 Antigen

About this test

Three reasons this test is right for you

  • Designed for anyone who wishes to know their HIV status, this simple blood test will provide accurate and reliable results

  • This is the most accurate HIV test in the UK

  • If you have allowed the minimum incubation period of 28 days to pass, this test will deliver results in a matter of days

How do I schedule my appointment?

To book your appointment, please click the "Book Your Appointment" button at the top of the page. Select a suitable clinic, date, and time that meets your needs.

What can I expect at my appointment?

At your appointment, your blood sample will be collected by one of our doctors.

They will send it to our accredited laboratory for analysis. We will report your results as soon as they are ready. This is usually the next working day after your sample is received in the laboratory.

How will I receive my test results?

Your test results will be uploaded to your secure online Patient Area as soon as they become available. Additionally, you will receive a notification through your preferred method of communication, whether it be a telephone call, email, or text message. We will contact you within the first three days of reporting your result to discuss your next steps if you are positive.

What if I test positive?

If your test results indicate a positive result for HIV, your Better2Know doctor will be there to help you. They will discuss your options with you and advise on the next steps. There is no cure for HIV, but advances in medication mean that most people who are positive and on medication can lead a normal length of life.

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 9.0/10

    Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; 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 10.0/10

    £65.00 against a comparison-group median of £185.00 (-65%).

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