Screening for HIV

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HIV screening is recommended for all adolescents and adults 13-64 years of age. Testing can reduce HIV transmission and early diagnosis can improve medical outcomes.

Benefits of Routine Screening
Diagnostic Tests
Opt-Out Screening
Self Testing
Partner Notification Services
Discussing Sexual Health
Screening in Clinical Settings
Clinician Screening Materials

Access tools and resources from HIV Screening. Standard Care.™ to help incorporate HIV testing into primary care settings.

Guidelines and Recommendations
Guidelines and Recommendations

Access guidelines, scientific evidence, and recommendations to make screening a part of daily routine care.

Download or order clinician and patient materials from CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together campaign
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Page last reviewed: June 3, 2020
Content source: Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention, National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention