INSTI HIV Antibody Self Test Kit | Health Canada Approved
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- $44.99
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- Sale price
- $44.99
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Pickup available at 3220 Dufferin St
Usually ready in 2 hours
Details
- SKU: 90-1044-1P
- Brand: EmerDepot Medical Supplies
- Type: HIV Test Kits
Description
Note:
- This product is non-returnable or non-Replaceable.
- Follow the Guide properly provided by the manufacturer.
- We don't do tests in our store. You can do it at home by following the video.
The world’s fastest test. INSTI® HIV Self Test is designed as a single-use HIV test kit that allows you to detect HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies using a drop of human fingerstick blood and get results in the comfort of your home. Easy to Use A quick and easy blood test with three simple steps Sensitive Can detect HIV up to 2 weeks sooner than other brands.
Delivery: If you want the product to be delivered to the nearest Canada Post pickup location we can do that too. Please let us know about delivery instructions on the checkout page.
How to Use INSTI HIV Self-Test Kit?
The instruction is very easy to use. Follow the instructions provided in the video on youtube or click here for the instruction video from TikTok.
How does the Insti HIV Self-Test kit work?
The test uses simple flow-through technology to detect HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies using a drop of human fingerstick blood. The test is intended for use by untrained lay users as a self-test to aid in diagnosing HIV-1 and HIV-2 infection using a small drop (50μL) of blood obtained through fingerstick collection procedures. It takes from 3 to 12 weeks for a person's body to detect HIV infection.
What is the accuracy of the HIV Home Test kit?
Using its novel flow-through technology, INSTI provides instant results that are over 99% accurate. INSTI’s 3rd Generation technology detects HIV two weeks sooner than any other HIV self-test available on the market.
Features
- Detects HIV infection up to two weeks sooner compared to leading brands
- Built-in IgG capture procedural control
- Bandage and lancet included within the product
- No timer is needed for the product
- spill-free membrane
- Only require one drop of blood
- No timmers, no wit time
- Detects the earliest HIV antibody (IgM)
How to Check HIV Test Kit result?
You can compare your result with the following pictures to find out its negative, positive or invalid.
What if my HIV test result is invalid?
Your test did not work. Go to the doctor and check in a proper clinical setup.
What if my HIV test result is positive?
Go to the doctor and check in a proper clinical setup.
What if my HIV test result is negative?
It can take 3 months to produce positive results. The negative result may not be accurate until the 3 months after the infection. To be sure, go to the doctor and check in the proper clinic. You can also check again after the 3 months with the INSTI HIV self-test kit.
Not for Users:
- Below the age of 18
- Taking Anti-retroviral Treatment (ART)
- Who has participated in the HIV vaccine study
- With a bleeding disorder
- Afraid of needles
Where to buy an HIV Home Test kit in Canada, the US, or Mexico?
You can buy HIV self-test kits from emerdepot online or in-store in North York, Toronto. These self-test kits are portable and easy to use at home. We ship all around Canada, the USA, and Mexico.
Note: At Emerdepot, we strive to provide accurate product information. However, ingredients, materials, or packaging may change without notice. Always refer to the product label and the manufacturer's website for the most current details and images.
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Customer Questions & Answers
What if the test is I tested HIV negative?
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The negative result may not be accurate until 3 month after the infection. To be sure, you can check again in 3 month.
Can an antibody test tell if I have COVID-19 right now?
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It usually takes your body 1 to 3 weeks to develop antibodies to SARS-CoV-2 so an antibody test might not be able to tell you if you are currently infected. Current infections are diagnosed by tests that identify the virus in samples from your upper respiratory system, such as a nasopharyngeal swab.
What do my results mean?
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The positive INSTI test indicates you were infected with the virus at some point. A negative INSTI test indicates you were probably not infected when your sample was collected
How will I know if my test was done correctly?
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The INSTI® HIV Self Test has a built-in control dot to show that the test has been performed correctly and that you have added the proper amount of fingerstick blood. If the control dot does not appear, your test has not worked. Please discard your test and retest with a new test. If only the control dot is visible it means that your result is negative and you probably do not have HIV. If two dots are visible your test result is positive. This means you likely have HIV. Although the results of the INSTI® HIV Self Test are very accurate, you MUST have a positive result confirmed by a doctor as soon as possible so that treatment can be started immediately. It is essential for your health and wellbeing that you seek medical advice if your result is positive.
How does the test work?
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The test uses simple flow-through technology to detect HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies using a drop of human fingerstick blood. The test does not detect the virus itself. The test dot will only be visible if HIV antibodies are present. The INSTI® HIV Self Test is simple to perform and very accurate, but it will only work correctly if you carefully read and follow the instructions. You may test positive with INSTI® HIV Self Test in as little as 21-22 days after infection, however, it can take as long as 3 months to produce a positive result. A negative result may not be accurate until 3 months after a possible exposure
How accurate is the INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test?
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Extensive research studies have shown that the INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test is extremely accurate when performed correctly. The accuracy of medical tests are typically described in terms of sensitivity and specificity. Sensitivity means that all truly positive individuals test positive. Specificity means that all truly negative persons test negative. The INSTI Test is a screening test and is used to test individuals who may have been exposed to HIV. The INSTI Test looks for antibodies which are produced in response to the HIV infection. The Test is not a final confirmation of HIV infection, therefore if a positive result is given, it must be followed up on with a doctor for a confirmatory test. All positive results generated from a screening test, require follow up with a doctor for final confirmation.
How quickly is a result available using the INSTI HIV-1/HIV-2 Antibody Test?
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Once each solution has been added to the membrane unit, the result is visible immediately. It gives you result in less then 1 Minute.
What are the different types of HIV tests that I might get at a doctor's office or clinic?
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There are three main types of HIV tests: antibody tests, combination tests (antibody/antigen tests), and nucleic acid tests (NATs). How soon each test can detect HIV infection differs, because each test has a different window period. The window period is the time between when a person gets HIV and when a test can accurately detect HIV infection.
• Antibody tests check for HIV antibodies in blood or fluids from the mouth.
• Combination tests (antibody/antigen tests) can detect both HIV antibodies and HIV antigens (a part of the virus) in blood. It can take 2 to 6 weeks for a person’s body to make enough antigens and antibodies for a combination test to detect HIV infection.
•Nucleic Acid Tests (NATs) look for HIV in the blood.
NATs can detect HIV infection about 7 to 28 days after a person has been infected with HIV. NATs are very expensive and not routinely used for HIV screening unless the person had a high-risk exposure or a possible exposure with early symptoms of HIV infection.
HIV antibodies are disease-fighting proteins that the body produces in response to HIV infection. It can take 3 to 12 weeks for a person’s body to make enough antibodies for an antibody test to detect HIV infection. (In other words, the window period for antibody tests in most people is somewhere between 3 to 12 weeks from the time of infection.) In general, blood testing is more accurate than oral fluid testing.
A person’s initial HIV test will usually be either an antibody test or a combination test. If the initial test result is positive for HIV infection, then follow-up testing will be done to make sure that the diagnosis is correct. If the initial test result is negative and the test was done during the window period, re-testing should be done 3 months after the possible exposure to HIV.
HIV tests can be conducted in laboratories, at home, in non-clinical settings and in clinical settings. Simple, rapid test methods are available that produce results in as little as 60 seconds. The CDC has posted links to information on testing resources for FDA-approved laboratory tests and home tests. Learn more about testing in nonclinical settings and testing in clinical settings. Your doctor can help you figure out which type of test is best for you.