Rapid HIV Tests Rapid HIV tests are used to detect antibodies to HIV in your blood. Results from a rapid HIV test are available in 5 to 30 minutes. Home Tests Home Testing Kits, also called Home Blood Collection Systems, let you take your own blood sample. You can get your results a few days later over the telephone using an anonymous identification number. Home Testing Kits are sold in drug stores and health clinics, or are available by mail.
Oral tests are as accurate as blood tests.
Living a healthy life and early medical treatment can help you stay well. Early medical care may delay the development of AIDS and prevent some other conditions that can make you very sick.