Get an HIV self-test
Once you test, you choose the support and care options that are best for you.
Before you search for a self-test option, you may want to know....
The INSTI HIV Self-Test made by bioLytical Laboratories in British Columbia.
This is a screening test that is over 99% accurate and was approved and licensed by Health Canada in November 2020. The INSTI HIV self-test is currently the only self-test approved for use in Canada.
If you test positive (reactive result), it means that you likely have HIV but this needs to be confirmed with a laboratory-based confirmatory test. You will need to see your doctor or go to a health care provider for this confirmatory testing.
Yes, the test comes with instructions that are easy to follow. The test only takes a few minutes. This video will walk you through the process.
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Pharmacie David St-Jean Gagnon
Familiprix-affiliated owner David St-Jean Gagnon, a consultant pharmacist and his team of professionals promote a holistic approach to health in an eco-friendly environment. They also have expertise and a keen interest in the treatment of opioid addiction treatment as well as HIV/AIDS, STBBIs, and viral hepatitis.
ASK Wellness - Merritt
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Options for Sexual Health
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AVI Health & Community Services
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Carlington Community Health Centre – Dispensing Machine
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