HIV Testing: Sensitivity and Specificity
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The broader field of HIV diagnostics also includes tests to monitor the health of PLHIV, including immune system function and the effectiveness of antiretroviral treatment. Of these diagnostic tests, the most commonly used are tests to measure CD4 count and viral load. These technologies are crucial for determining when to initiate treatment and when to adjust antiretroviral regimens. They are also useful in monitoring of community viral load (see Viral Load).
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