What is a western blot HIV test?

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Dr Birendra Kumar Mishra
Nov 28, 2016

The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), also known as an enzyme immunoassay (EIA).

Explanation:

The series of blood screenings are performed to test for HIV.
The enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA), also known as an enzyme immunoassay (EIA),
It is the first test that your healthcare provider will order to screen for HIV. ELISA, like the Western blot test, detects HIV antibodies in your blood.

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