Which of the following is an FDA-approved HIV test designed for home screening?
A) HIV-1 Test System
B) OraQuick Advance HIV1/2 Antibody Test
C) Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
D) Viral load test

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An FDA-approved home test called the Home Access HIV-1 Test System is available at most drugstores and online. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the OraQuick Advance HIV1/2 Antibody Test for use on both oral fluid and plasma specimens; however, the test is not designed for home screening because it is restricted to use by trained individuals, such as medical assistants. The most widely used screening test for HIV infection is the enzyme immunoassay (EIA; also called the enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay [ELISA]), which typically is performed on a venous blood sample. EIA tests also can be done on other body fluids, including oral fluid and urine, although urine screening is not as accurate or as sensitive to antibody levels. The provider may also order a viral load test that reflects the amount of HIV in the blood.

Which of the Following Is an FDA-Approved HIV Test Designed