HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test
HIV Serology Test

Over 250k Biomarkers Tested

HIV Serology Test

$40.00 AUD

Want to check your HIV status for peace of mind, after a potential exposure, or as part of routine sexual health screening?

Fourth-generation blood test screening for HIV-1/2 antibodies and p24 antigen simultaneously. Can identify HIV from around 2 to 4 weeks after exposure, earlier than older antibody-only tests. Reactive results require confirmatory testing.

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You will be emailed a referral to take to your local collection centre. If you ever have any questions, we're here to help.

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How It Works

Getting your health measured shouldn't be hard! We're here to help you every step of the way.

1
Order a test

Order a test

Order the private test that suits you and your goals. After ordering, you will receive your referral by email.

2
Collect the sample

Collect the sample

Attend one of our 4000+ partner collection centres throughout Australia. Search locations.

3
Receive your results

Receive your results

View all your lab results in your secure health dashboard. Easy!

Overview

HIV serology uses a fourth-generation method that checks for both HIV-1/2 antibodies and the p24 antigen in a single blood draw. Antibodies are proteins your immune system produces after exposure to HIV. The p24 antigen is a viral protein that appears in blood earlier than antibodies, which is why this combination approach can identify HIV from around 2 to 4 weeks after exposure.

HIV targets CD4 immune cells and, without treatment, gradually weakens the body's ability to fight infections. Modern antiretroviral therapy can reduce viral load to undetectable levels. When treatment keeps viral load at undetectable levels for at least six months, there is effectively no risk of sexual transmission to partners.

Symptoms

Suited for sexually active adults, people with recent high-risk exposures, healthcare workers after needle-stick incidents, those with multiple partners, or anyone who wants to know their HIV status.

Questions

  • Fourth-generation testing is laboratory-validated and can identify HIV from around 2 to 4 weeks after exposure. Timing matters: an infection acquired inside the window period may not yet be detectable, so a non-reactive result soon after a possible exposure may need repeating once that period has passed.
  • When antiretroviral treatment keeps viral load at undetectable levels for at least six months, there is effectively no risk of sexual transmission to partners.
  • Annual testing suits most sexually active adults. People with ongoing risk factors may benefit from testing every 3 to 6 months.
  • A reactive result triggers confirmatory testing. If confirmed positive, modern antiretroviral therapy is highly effective.
  • Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medication that can reduce HIV acquisition risk. Studies report high effectiveness when taken as directed.
  • The risk from oral sex is lower than from anal or vaginal sex but is not zero. Using barriers further reduces risk.

Dr. Vu Tran
Bloody Good’s Chief Medical Officer

Biomarker Tested

How to prepare

No fasting or special preparation needed. Let the pathology staff know about any recent high-risk exposures, current medications, and symptoms if relevant. Testing is confidential.

After the test

A reactive result requires confirmatory testing. If confirmed, your healthcare provider can connect you with specialist care. If you do not have a regular GP, a sexual health clinic can arrange confirmatory testing, talk the result through with you confidentially, and connect you with ongoing care. You do not have to work through a reactive result on your own. A non-reactive result after a recent high-risk exposure may warrant repeat testing once the window period has passed. Your provider can discuss prevention strategies including PrEP if relevant.

Your test results will be available in your private dashboard. If there are any urgent issues, we'll let you know so you can follow up with your health professional.

Understanding results

Results are reported as reactive (positive) or non-reactive (negative). A reactive result means HIV antibodies or antigens were found and confirmatory testing is required. A non-reactive result means no HIV markers were identified, though infections within the window period may not yet be detectable.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

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Frequently Asked Questions

Most collection centres accept walk-ins. Some may require a booking - check details when you click on your chosen location.

If your test needs fasting, we’ll include that in your instructions after you order. Fasting usually means no food for 8–12 hours, but water is fine.

Just your pathology referral form (we email it to you)

Of course. Just maybe don’t bring the friend who faints at the sight of blood.

They’re the highly trained professionals who take your blood sample - with a steady hand and a sharp needle. They love blood, but don’t worry… they’re not vampires. Just legends who make blood tests quick, clean, and (almost) painless.

Some of our tests include Urine, Stool, Saliva and more. Each test will have a clear description on what sample you will need to give and instructions on how.