Antibody and antigen tests provide relatively rapid results, typically within 20-30 minutes, but have a longer window period before they can reliably detect an infection. In contrast, nucleic acid tests (NATs) that detect the actual HIV virus RNA can identify an infection much sooner, but require longer processing times of several hours to days. One innovative NAT is Sansure‘s S3046E HIV-1 RNA Quantitative Fluorescence Diagnostic Kit. This test features advanced technology, including a patented modified-capture probe assay and specialized nano-beads, to efficiently detect and quantify HIV-1 RNA with high sensitivity. A related analysis of HIV antigen vs antibody is as follows.
Sample Collection and Test Timelines
Both antibody and antigen tests can be performed on blood samples, but antigen tests can also use oral fluid. Antibody tests generally provide results within 20 minutes, while antigen tests take around 30 minutes. In contrast, nucleic acid tests (NATs) that detect the actual HIV virus RNA require several hours to several days to yield results, but they have the shortest window period, meaning they can detect HIV the earliest after infection.
Sansure’s Innovative HIV-1 RNA Quantitative Test
Sansure’s S3046E HIV-1 RNA Quantitative Fluorescence Diagnostic Kit is a NAT that detects and quantifies HIV-1 RNA in human EDTA plasma specimens. This kit features a patented modified-capture probe assay that uses specialized nano-beads to efficiently absorb the RNA, streamlining the process and reducing the risk of contamination. Additionally, the kit targets two different regions of the HIV-1 genome (LTR and GAG) to ensure comprehensive detection, and it has a sensitivity of 25 IU/mL, meeting clinical guidelines for HIV-1 infection.
Conclusion
Prompt HIV testing is crucial for effective treatment and prevention. By knowing one’s HIV status, individuals can seek early medical care and take advantage of advancements in HIV management, allowing them to live long, healthy lives. Sansure’s advanced HIV-1 RNA test kit contributes to the global effort to control the HIV/AIDS pandemic by providing a reliable and sensitive tool for early detection.
