Why choose SKIN111 Healthcall?
- Price starts from 270 AED (For individual tests).
- Confidential and accurate reports.
- Sample collection in the convenience of your home / hotel room.
- Free consultations, interpretations and prescriptions with highly skilled Doctors.
- Widest customizations of STD tests available in Dubai.
- Luxury clinics with premium locations - DIFC and Nakheel Mall - Palm Jumeirah.
- On- call bookings available with expert consultations.
- Quick and reliable turnaround times.
- Best prices with accredited, high-quality services and reports.
- Free valet parking in clinics /Open every day 9am – 9pm.
- Home care facility available at a time of your convenience.
- Free payment plans available (Tabby/ADCB)
What is an HIV test?
An HIV test is a diagnostic test to detect the presence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the body. HIV is the virus that causes acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). This test is conducted with the use of a small amount of blood specimen. Early detection is vital for managing the virus effectively and maintaining good health.
HIV symptoms:
Symptoms of HIV can vary significantly from one individual to another. Some common symptoms include:
- Acute phase - shortly after infection, fever, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat, rash, fatigue, muscular aches, headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and night sweats are common symptoms.
- Chronic phase - An individual might not notice any visible symptoms for many years while the virus has not stopped destroying the immune system.
- Progression to AIDS - Untreated HIV can progress to AIDS with very severe immune suppression, as well as symptomatology such as fever from recurrent illnesses, emaciation, chronic diarrhea, chronic coughs, and a myriad of opportunistic infections.
Such symptoms do not last long, usually a week or two, then they disappear.
You can only find out your HIV status by getting tested. Early diagnosis and treatment through antiretroviral therapy are crucial to limit the spread of the virus.
Types of HIV test at skin111 health call
At SKIN111 Health Call, we offer a diverse range of HIV testing options to meet various diagnostic needs, ensuring accurate and reliable results through advanced methodologies.
- 1. Standalone tests: Specifically designed to detect HIV antibodies and antigens for initial screening.
- 2. Panel tests: Thorough tests that provide a comprehensive assessment for accurate HIV detection.
- 3. Confirmation tests: Advanced diagnostic tests that validate and confirm initial HIV results.
- 4. Quantitative tests: Sophisticated tests that measure the level of HIV in the blood, offering insights into the extent and nature of exposure.
Detailed, official reports are provided for all tests, ensuring accuracy and reliability from accredited laboratories
How confidential Is HIV testing in Dubai?
SKIN111 Health Call has in-clinic and at-Home testing facilities with no hassle, confidentiality drawbacks or delays involved. Our team of experts are available around the clock to deal with any of your inquiries and can arrange a home/hotel/ office visit at your comfort and convenience.
We prioritize your privacy by ensuring that all personal information and test results are kept strictly confidential and secure throughout the entire process.
What are the benefits of having an HIV test?
At SKIN111 Health Call, we believe in the principle that "Prevention is the best cure."
- Early Detection: Identifying HIV early helps prevent the disease from worsening and reduces the risk of complications.
- Improved Prognosis: Early HIV testing leads to better health outcomes and a more positive long-term outlook.
- Early Management: Prompt testing allows for quicker and more effective treatment.
- Efficient Case Finding: Testing helps find HIV cases early, enabling timely intervention.
- Increased Awareness: Getting tested raises awareness about HIV, helping people make informed decisions and take preventive actions.
Having regular HIV tests is essential for maintaining good health, managing the disease effectively, and supporting overall well-being.
HIV test pricing and packages
At SKIN111 Health Call, our HIV test pricing and packages include:
- HIV combo (HIV 1 and 2 antibodies and p24 antigen n) – 270 AED 9/12/24 Hour per the time of sample collection
- HIV western blot confirmation test – 1950 AED – 10 days
- HIV 1 quantitative PCR – 2100 AED – 10 days
HIV Test in Dubai: FAQs
HIV testing is a self and a social responsibility. If there has been a suspicious encounter and possible exposure, it’s very important to get tested to prevent further transmission. Self-awareness is the key to acquiring the best social and medical support to manage the symptoms and control the spread of the virus.
The result of the HIV test will only be shared with the patient and the attending physician. It will not be circulated with non-medical and medical staff that are not directly participating in the patient plan of care.
With SKIN111 Health Call your samples will be collected in the clinic or at your home, office or hotel by a DHA licensed nurse who is trained extensively for sample collection and handling. The sample will be sent to the laboratory with handling protocols per regulatory guidelines. The report will be delivered confidentially to you via an authorized email only. Hence confidentiality is always assured.
Yes, as we are the pioneers of Mobile healthcare services in the UAE. SKIN111 Health Call medical professional teams are available around the clock to provide you with test education, sample collections and report delivery. Our specialized home care medical professional team has their best interests in providing the service at your comfort and convenience.
Our testing facilities are accredited, and it is essential for us to practice the standard and advised turn around timings to provide you with reliable results. HIV 1 and 2 may take 9/12/24 Hours per the time of sample collection for reporting while HIV western blot confirmation test and HIV 1 quantitative PCR takes 7-10 days for results.
SKIN111 and Health Call follow strict practices in test delivery. The reports can only be shared to you via a consented E-mail address by the authorized personnel only. The only person who has the access to the reports is the individual who underwent the test.