Self-Testing/Rapid Testing

A self-test can be used at home or in a private location. With an HIV self-test, you can get your test results within 20 minutes. You should always interpret HIV self-test results according to the manufacturer's instructions. If the HIV self-test is invalid, then the test did not work. You will need to use another HIV self-test or find testing at a health care provider or testing center. Self-testing for STIs involves collecting your own blood, oral fluid, urine, and or rectal swabs and sending them back through the mail to a lab for testing. Your tests results are delivered online or by phone within a week or two.