HIV Viral Load

Overview:   

This is a HIV Viral Load test that is done for people who are already known to be HIV positive. It is a PCR blood test that checks for HIV-1 RNA and gives a number for the viral load (> 40 copies/ml).

Why do this test? 

This HIV test is done for HIV positive people to give further information about the prognosis and to show response to HIV antiretroviral therapy.

Read about the different types of HIV test.

Results: 

Results take 1 working day * and will be e-mailed to you with a doctor's explanation.  

* Indicative timings only. Actual result may be earlier or slightly later.

All laboratories need information regarding the client to uniquely identify their test sample.

Without these details, tests cannot be processed.

The minimum requirement is the full name, gender and date of birth.

You can enter these details securely at the top before you click 'Add to cart'.

1. Purchase test online with full name and date of birth.

2. Receive an email with either a request form and the address of our London Wimpole Street location, or a booking link to schedule your test at another location more convenient for you.

3. You will recieve a text message notification when your results are ready. They will be sent to you discreetly by email.

4. In the event of a positive test result, we provide STI treatment if needed.

Treatment for positive tests is available by payment of a £30 prescription fee.

A prescription token is then sent to you by email and SMS. You can take this to any pharmacy and have your medication dispensed. Typical pharmacy costs for one antibiotic is approximately £10-15 but can be more for certain antibiotics.