(704) 432-TEST
Client eligibility:
Anyone requesting services
Services:
HIV antibody testing (confidential and free of charge)
Pre-test and post-test counseling
Test results are available 10 - 12 days following testing date.
Statistics:
6,265 received pre-counseling before testing. 3,158 returned to learn results of the test and receive post-test counseling in 2000.
HIV COUNSELING AND TESTING SERVICES
Services:
HIV antibody testing – a blood test that can help you find out if you have been infected with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that can cause AIDS.
HIV prevention counseling (pre-test and post-test counseling) – counseling that is designed to support people in making behavior changes that will reduce their risk of getting or spreading HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. They help people examine their own risks and develop personal action plans for reducing risk behavior.
Referrals and links to HIV related services and additional services.
About the HIV Test:
Before testing, each person meets privately with a counselor to assess his or her risk of exposure to HIV and to decide if testing is needed based on this assessment. Each client, regardless of risk level, develops an action plan for reducing his or her chances of getting HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Several forms are completed during this process, therefore, on average, the counseling process takes about 30 to 45 minutes (which does not include waiting time).
After counseling, the person is sent to the lab where a small sample of blood is drawn, labeled (using numbers) and sent to the State lab for processing. Tests results are usually available in about 12 weekdays. Before returning for test results, it is best to call (704) 336-6458 to make sure the results are back. Results are available on a walk-in basis. HIV test results are never given over the telephone!
Clinic Hours by Health Department Location:
Billingsley Road Health Department Beatties Ford Road Health Department
249 Billingsley Road 2845 Beatties Ford Road
Charlotte, NC 28211 Charlotte, NC 28216
Hours: Hours:
Mon., Tues., and Wed. Mon., Tues. and Thurs.
8:00 am to 4:00 pm 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Thursdays Wednesdays
10:00 am to 6:30pm 10:00 am to 6:30 pm
Fridays Fridays
8:00 am to 12:30 pm 8:00 am to 12:30 pm
Eligibility: Anyone requesting services
Costs: All services are confidential and free of charge
Education Links:
www.ashastd.orgAmerican Social Health Association – provides STD information, women's health and educational materials
National AIDS Hotline: 1-800-342-AIDS En Espanol: 1-800-344-7432
National STD Hotline: 1-800-227-8922 En Espanol: 1-800-344-7432
CDC National AIDS Hotline TTY Service: 1-800-243-7889
