Ask QC: Do Over The Counter HIV Tests Work?

Are the over the counter HIV test kits accurate and as good as the tests from your physician?

This is probably the shortest question we’ve ever had at Ask QC, but it’s a good one especially since home HIV tests have started popping up at local pharmacies. They can be less expensive, but do they work? The only thing worse than a false positive would be a false negative! Has anyone ever tried them or is there a doctor in the house who can tell us about their effectiveness? If so, please share your advice and experience in the comments section.
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