HIV rapid test - simple and safe
Do you know your current HIV status? With our reliable self-tests, you can obtain certainty quickly and discreetly - from the comfort of your own home. The HIV shell test from ratiopharm for the quick certainty.
HIV rapid test - safety and prevention
Check your HIV status and make a contribution to prevention.
Since 2018, CE-certified HIV tests for self-testing can be sold by public pharmacies in Austria. You can obtain a reliable HIV rapid test for home use from our pharmacy.
We have summarised the most important information about the HIV rapid test for you. If you have any further questions, we will be happy to advise you on site or by telephone.
Detailed instructions for use you can find here. Further information on the topic of HIV can be found at read here.
Frequently asked questions about the HIV rapid test
Are HIV rapid tests reliable?
No HIV rapid test offers 100 % certainty. False-positive results (HIV-negative samples that are falsely displayed as positive) are possible. Incorrect storage or an expired expiry date can influence the results.
How do I use a rapid HIV test correctly?
There are various self-tests on the market. Please refer to the package leaflet for the exact application. If you have any questions, we will be happy to advise you personally on site.
What to do if the test result is reactive?
A reactive result shows two lines (control and test line), whereby the test line can be differently pronounced. As false-positive results also occur, a rapid test alone is not sufficient. An additional HIV antigen/antibody test is recommended. If this test is positive, this indicates an HIV infection. In this case, contact the AIDS service organisation in your federal state.
What does a negative test result mean?
A negative result is only reliable if there has been no HIV risk in the last 3 months and the test has been carried out correctly. Risks within the last 12 weeks are not detected by the rapid test. In this case, the test should be repeated after 12 weeks or an HIV antigen/antibody test should be carried out.
How do I know if I have used the test correctly?
A coloured control line must appear during the waiting time. If this is missing, the test has not been used correctly or is faulty. In such a case, the test should be repeated. Alternatively, an HIV antigen/antibody test can be used for clarification.
HIV rapid test from ratiopharm - autotest VIH®
The autotest VIH® is available over the counter at the Johann Strauss pharmacy and costs € 31.00. With this reliable HIV rapid test, you can test discreetly at home and recognise a possible HIV infection at an early stage. The test only requires one drop of blood - comparable to the amount needed by diabetics to measure their blood sugar levels.
The autotest VIH® is an antibody test and only provides a reliable result 12 weeks after the last risk contact, as antibodies are only formed after this period of time. An earlier test can lead to an inconclusive, negative result.
If the test result is positive, a confirmation test in the laboratory is required to confirm the result. Here you can find the Instructions for realisation of the autotest VIH® from ratiopharm.
The HIV rapid test for your safety and certainty
- Simple self-test with a drop of blood from the fingertip
- Test duration: approx. 5 minutes
- Result available in just 15 minutes
- Reliable detection of HIV infection if the last risk contact was at least 3 months ago
If you have any questions about the application or the test results, Aids Hilfe Österreich offers a free HELPLINE under 0800 252289, where you will receive expert advice.
