In testing for HIV infection, which of the following antibody tests is performed initially before the confirmatory Western blot test?

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ELISA (EIA) is the initial antibody test performed to screen for HIV infection. If the result is positive, a confirmatory Western blot test will be performed to confirm the diagnosis. VDRL and FTA-ABS are tests used to detect syphilis, not HIV. CBC (Complete Blood Count) is a test used to evaluate different components of blood, such as red and white blood cells, and is not a test for HIV.

In Testing for HIV Infection, Which of the Following Antibody