FAQs About HIV Aids Test Kit in Malaysia
What is an HIV rapid test kit and how does it work?
An HIV rapid test kit uses small volume of whole blood, serum or plasma sample to detect HIV type 1 and 2 antibodies, giving instant result within 15 minutes instead of the days a lab test can take. It works like an at-home pregnancy test: a sample is added to a device, and one or two lines appear to show the result. A reactive result should always be confirmed with a follow-up visit and/or test at your nearest HIV testing center or health care professional.
How accurate are HIV rapid test kits, and what should buyers look for in a reliable kit?
HIV rapid test kits are generally reliable when used correctly, though accuracy varies by brand or manufacturer, so buyers should confirm the test kit’s sensitivity and specificity before purchasing. A reactive result must always be confirmed by a qualified healthcare provider. Refer to the product insert from manufacturer for full clinical performance data.
What HIV test kits does Reszon Diagnostics offer?
Reszon Diagnostics offers four HIV test kits from Chembio Diagnostics, an US based company specializing in development and commercialization of Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) point of care test: the SURE CHECK® HIV Self-Test for at-home or self-testing, the CHEMBIO HIV 1/2 STAT-PAK® Assay, the SURE CHECK® HIV 1/2 Assay, and the DPP® HIV-Syphilis Assay for in vitro professional diagnostic use. Each test kit deliver results within 15 minutes with small volume of whole blood, serum or plasma specimen.
What is the difference between HIV self-test and professional use HIV assay kits?
Reszon Diagnostics separates its HIV kits into two categories based on who administers the test.
- The SURE CHECK® HIV Self-Test is designed for an individual to use privately at home, following simple instructions, and is intended as a first screening step rather than a confirmatatory diagnosis.
- The CHEMBIO HIV 1/2 STAT-PAK® ASSAY, SURE CHECK® HIV 1/2 Assay, and DPP® HIV-Syphilis Assay are professional in-vitro diagnostic kits, intended to be used by trained healthcare professionals in clinical and POC settings as an initial screening test.
Both categories use Chembio Diagnostics’ lateral flow technology and deliver results within 15 minutes, but only the professional use kits are typically sold directly to healthcare facilities; self-test kits reach consumers through licensed pharmacies or registered medical device distributor rather than direct manufacturer sale.
Can registered medical device distributor, reseller and pharmacies in Malaysia source HIV self-test kits from Reszon Diagnostics?
Yes. Reszon Diagnostics, the authorised Malaysian distributor of the SURE CHECK HIV Self-Test , accepts supply enquiries from businesses and licensed pharmacies. Contact the team via WhatsApp at +6012 815 8689 or email info@reszonics.com to discuss availability and ordering in Malaysia.