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Guidelines and Recommendation
       

     Internet Documents
 
 
FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Rapid HIV Testing of Women in Labor and Delivery
CDC
Last Modified: January 10, 2007
Guidelines
 
FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Rapid HIV-1 Antibody Testing during Labor and Delivery for Women of Unknown HIV
Status: A Practical Guide and Model Protocol Appendixes
CDC

January 30, 2004
Guidelines
 
 
  FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Implementing Rapid HIV Testing: A Primer for State Health Departments
NASTAD
Guidelines
 
     Video
 
  Revised Recommendations for HIV Screening of Adults, Adolescents and
Pregnant Women in Health Care Settings,
CDC
November 17, 2005
Guidelines

General Reports
       

     Internet Documents

 
FULL-TEXT  DOCUMENT
Rapid HIV Tests
CDC
Last Modified: June 19, 2008
Document
 
FULL-TEXT  DOCUMENT
Strategic Planning Workshops for Implementation of HIV Screening in Acute Care Settings
CDC
Last Modified: September 12, 2007
Document
 
FULL-TEXT  DOCUMENT
Resources Available for Rapid HIV Testing Training
CDC
Last Modified: September 12, 2007

FDA Alert  Home-Use Diagnostic Tests
February 07, 2005

CDC’s Q @ A on Rapid HIV Tests
 

 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 

 
Implementing an HIV Rapid Testing-Linkage-to-Care Project Among Homeless Individuals in Los Angeles County:
A Collaborative Effort Between Federal, County, and City Government.
Anaya HD, Butler JN, Knapp H, et al

Am J Public Health
. 2014 Nov 13:e1-e6.
Abstract

Characteristics of patients who accept and decline ED rapid HIV testing.
Schechter-Perkins EM, Koppelman E,  et al

Am J Emerg Med
. 2014 Jun 2.
Abstract

Can the HIV Home Test Promote Access to Care? Lessons Learned from the In-home Pregnancy Test.
Schnall R, Carballo-Diéguez A, Larson E.

AIDS Behav
. 2014 May 22.
Abstract

Electronic vending machines for dispensing rapid HIV self-testing kits: A case study.
Young SD, Klausner J, Fynn R, Bolan R. 
AIDS Care
. 2014 Feb;26(2):267-

Abstract

Rapid HIV Testing on the College Campus: Comparing Traditional and Outreach Models.
Przybyla SM. 
J AIDS HIV Res
. 2013 Jan;5(1).

Abstract

Validation and clinical use of a sensitive HIV-2 viral load assay that uses a whole virus internal control.
Styer LM, Miller TT, Parker MM.
J Clin Viro
l
. 2013 Dec;58 Suppl 1:e127-33.

Abstract

We Can Do More Than Just Sell the Test: Pharmacist Perspectives About Over-the-Counter Rapid HIV Tests
Meyerson BE, Ryder PT, von Hippel C, Coy K
AIDS Behav. 2013 Feb 16.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
A Comparison of Patient Satisfaction with Emergency Department Opt-In and Opt-Out
Rapid HIV Screening,
White DAE,  Scribner AN,Maria E. Martin ME,  Tsai S
IDS Research and Treatment
Vol 2012 , Art ID  904916
Paper

Rapid HIV screening: Missed opportunities for HIV diagnosis and prevention.
Patel P, Bennett B, Sullivan T,  et al
J Clin Virol. 2012 Feb 28.
Abstract

 

Use of a rapid HIV testing algorithm to improve linkage to care.
Martin EG, Salaru G, Paul SM, Cadoff EM.
J Clin Virol
. 2011 Dec;52 Suppl 1:S11-5
Abstract

Results from a multiple morbidities testing program offering rapid HIV testing bundled with hepatitis
and sexually transmitted infection testing.
Reynolds GL, Fisher DG, Napper LE, et al
Public Health Rep. 2008 Nov-Dec;123 Suppl 3:63-9.
Abstract
 

A WEEK IN REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
FULL- TEXT ARTICLE
Update on Implementation of HIV Rapid Testing in Health Department Supported HIV Prevention Programs
NASTAD

July 17, 2008
Paper

FULL TEXT ARTICLE
False-Positive Oral Fluid Rapid HIV Tests — New York City, 2005–2008

CDC
MMWR
June 18, 2008 / Vol. 57
Paper

Patient acceptance of and satisfaction with rapid HIV Testing in a Labor and Delivery Setting.
Rahangdale L, Sarnquist C, Maldonado Y, Cohan D.
J Womens Health (Larchmt). 2008 Apr;17(3):465-71.
Abstract
 
FULL TEXT ARTICLE
Repeat confirmatory testing for persons with discordant whole blood and oral fluid rapid HIV test results:
findings from post marketing surveillance.
Wesolowski LG, Mackellar DA, Ethridge SF
PLoS ONE. 2008 Feb 6;3(2):e1524.
Paper
 
FULL TEXT ARTICLE
Investigation of false positive results with an oral fluid rapid HIV-1/2 antibody test.
Jafa K, Patel P, Mackellar DA, et al
PLoS ONE. 2007 Jan 31;2(1):e185.
Paper
 
FULL TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Expanded HIV screening in the United States: effect on clinical outcomes, HIV transmission, and costs.
Paltiel AD, Walensky RP, Schackman BR, et al
Ann Intern Med. 2006 Dec 5;145(11):797-806.
Paper
 
Rapid HIV antibody testing in the New York State Anonymous HIV Counseling and Testing Program:
experience from the field.

San Antonio-Gaddy M, Richardson-Moore A. Burstein GR, et al
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2006 Dec 1;43(4):446-50.
Abstract
 
Rapid HIV testing: a review of the literature and implications for the clinician.
Franco-Paredes C, Tellez I, del Rio C.
Curr HIV/AIDS Rep. 2006 Nov;3(4):169-75.
Abstract
 
FULL TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Rapid HIV test distribution–United States, 2003-2005.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2006 Jun 23;55(24):673-6.
Paper
 
The Role of Rapid vs Conventional Human Immunodeficiency Virus Testing for Inpatients: Effects on
Quality of Care.
Lubelchek R, Kroc K, Hota B, et al

Arch Intern Med
. 2005 Sep 26;165(17):1956-60.
Abstract
 
FULL TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Performance of an oral fluid rapid HIV-1/2 test: experience from four CDC studies.
Delaney KP, Branson BM, Uniyal A
AIDS. 2006 Aug 1;20(12):1655-60.
Paper
 
A 10-minute, US Food and Drug Administration-approved HIV test.
Ketema F, Zink HL, Kreisel KM, et al
Expert Rev Mol Diagn. 2005 Mar;5(2):135-43.
Abstract
 
Rapid HIV testing. Wait time reduced from days to minutes.
Keenan PA, Keenan JM, Branson BM.
Postgrad Med. 2005 Mar;117(3):47-52.
Abstract
 
A rapid review of rapid HIV antibody tests.
Greenwald JL, Burstein GR, Pincus J, Branson B.
Curr Infect Dis Rep. 2006 Mar;8(2):125-31
Abstract

Relative Efficacy of Prevention Counseling With Rapid and Standard HIV Testing:
A Randomized, Controlled Trial (RESPECT-2).
Metcalf CA, Douglas JM Jr, Malotte CK, et al

Sex Transm Dis.
2005 Feb;32(2):130-138.
Abstract
 

Using Peer Recruitment and OraSure to Increase HIV Testing.
Vargo S, Agronick G, O’Donnell L, Stueve A.   
Am J Public Health
. 2004 Jan;94(1):29-31.
Abstract
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Advancing HIV Prevention: New Strategies for a Changing Epidemic — United States, 2003
CDC
MMWR April 18, 2003 / Vol. 52 / No. 15
Paper
 
FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Rapid HIV Testing: 2005 Update
Branson B
MMWR April 18, 2003 ol. 52 / No. 15
View slides in PPT (revised January 20, 2005) (3.50 MB)

 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Approval of a new rapid test for HIV antibody.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 2002 Nov 22;51(46):1051-2.
Paper
 
Rapid diagnostic testing for HIV. Clinical implications.
Paul SM, Grimes-Dennis J, Burr CK, DiFerdinando GT.
N J Med 2002 Sep;99(9):20-4, quiz 24-6
Abstract
 

     Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
Attitudes about rapid, over-the-counter HIV home-testing kits among couples comprised of men who have sex with men
D. Chakravarty, L. Darbes, T. Neilands, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Does the addition of HCV testing to a rapid HIV testing program impact HIV test acceptance? A randomized controlled trial
Y. Calderon, E. Cowan, M. Iscoe, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Acceptability of oral fluid vs. fingerstick rapid HIV testing: results from the universal screening for HIV-infection
in the Emergency Room (USHER-Phase II) Randomized Controlled Trial
L. Donnell Fink, C. Arbelaez, J. Collins, et al
(6th IAS Conference)
Abstract

Expansion of a high volume, rapid HIV testing program into a South Bronx Municipal Hospital
Y. Calderon, R. Chin, E. Cowan, et al
(6th IAS Conference)
Abstract

Expansion of a rapid HIV testing and counseling program into three community pharmacies in high prevalence areas of
New York City
Y. Calderon, E. Cowan, F. Molano, et al
(6th IAS Conference)

Abstract

Risky business: college students inadequately assess their risk of HIV infection
L.M. McCrary, C. Hicks, G. Samsa, J. MacFarlane, M. McKellar
(6th IAS Conference)
Abstract

POSTER
HIV testing and diagnosis of emergency department patients in New Jersey 2005 – 2008
C. Sadashige, S. Paul, E. Martin, et al
(5th IAS Conference)
Poster     Abstract

POSTER
Enhancing linkages to HIV care for jail detainees through HIV testing and connecting to
services: multi-site evaluation findings from a HRSA demonstration project
C. Booker, S. Ball, M. Pustell, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
PDF Poster
     Abstract

 
Results from a multimedia testing and counseling program in a New York City Emergency Department
Y. Calderon, E. Cowan,. Fettig, J. Leider
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Men’s wellness center: a comprehensive walk-in wellness model clinic to attract hard to reach high-risk
male populations for HIV and STD testing and treatment – a five-year review
P. DenOuden, A. Ruiz, M. Zimmerman, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Characteristics of HIV positive patients detected through a combined program of opt-out routine screening
and targeted testing in a Southeastern United States Emergency Department
R. Sattin, J. Wilde, J. Dias, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Results from a rapid HIV testing and counseling program in a New York City pharmacy
Y. Calderon, E. Cowan, J. Nickerson, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Blocks: an innovative community-based, block-by-block approach to identify unknown cases of HIV in
New York City
Z. Naqvi, S. Gillen, E. Aponte, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Receptivity and barriers to HIV testing among women of color in rural settings
J. Salazar, P. Gamache, B. Hujdich, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Rapid HIV testing in inner city Philadelphia: a key component of seek and treat
H. Kwakwa, A. Nunn, N. Zaller, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
High seroprevalence rates among foreign-born men undergoing rapid HIV testing in Philadelphia
H. Kwakwa, A. Nunn, C. Bettigole, et al
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Rapid, consumer controlled testing without third party counseling or test interpretation
M. Rotheram
(XVIII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

CONFERENCE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Model Performance Evaluation Program (MPEP) HIV Rapid Testing Survey:
Report of Sample Shipment Results, September 2009

Ethridge S
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report

A  WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

Lessons Learned from San Francisco’s Experience with Rapid Testing Algorithms
Knoble E, Dowling T. , Underwood N,  Colrfax G 
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report
 

POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Use of a three rapid HIV test algorithm at point-of-care settings to facilitate same day receipt
of a final HIV test result, referral to medical care, and address false-positive screening tests

Rurangirwa J. Janson M, Kerndt P, King J
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report
 
CONFERENCE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Statewide Implementation of Rapid-Rapid Testing in New Jersey
Martin EG,
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report
 
CONFERENCE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Comparison of multiple laboratory-performed rapid HIV tests with standard confirmatory
assays for assessment of multi-rapid test algorithms

Styer L, Blum1 R, San Antonio-Gaddym, et al,  
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report
 
CONFERENCE POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Two-Rapid Test Strategy in Anonymous HIV Counseling and Testing (ACT) Sites in
New York State 2008-2009

Richardson-Moore A
(2010 HIV Diagnostic Conference)
Report

POWERPOINT PRESENTATION
Innovative Interventions to Reach the Stigmatized and Underserved – From 0 to 2,000: Creating a
Successful Rapid HIV Testing Program from the Ground Up
Dispenza J, Gross G 
(LGBT 2009 Health Summit)
Report

A validation study of high volume, rapid HIV testing in community hospital
R. Chin, J. Leider, E. Cowan, et al
(5th IAS)
Abstract

Rapid HIV testing in a U.S. Emergency Department: using fever as an indicator
for testing
M. McKellar, A. Hendricks, T. Hill ,
et al
(5th IAS)
Abstract

Limitations of Rapid HIV Antibody Testing in a Population with High Incidence of HIV Infection
J Stekler, P Swenson, R Coombs 
(16 CROI)
Abstract
 

Training and quality assurance for a rapid rest algorithm: Lessons from implementation,
San Francisco

T Knoble, SN Facente ,T Dowling, et al   
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Cost of Community-based Oral Fluid HIV Rapid Testing
SD Pinkerton, LM Bogart, D Howerton, et al 
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Counselor’s perspectives on rapid test algorithms for point-of-care HIV testing. San Francisco,
CA 2007

DR Gluth, T Knoble, T Dowling, et al
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Expanding knowledge of HIV status among youth by implementing rapid testing in an adolescent /
young adult clinic

CL Samples, S Tuysuzoglu, BR Abascal, et al 
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Cost of Community-based Oral Fluid HIV Rapid Testing
SD Pinkerton, LM Bogart, D Howerton, et al  136th APHA
136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Lessons learned from a community-based HIV testing partnership: The Minority Community
Health HIV/AIDS Demonstration Partnership

M Mogul, SM. Criniti L Yates  
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Reaching the target: An innovative HIV testing model
EA Torrone, CB Feldacker, MA Triplettte, et al 
(136th APHA)
Abstract
 
Predictors of who chooses a rapid test for HIV in Los Angeles County
KA. Marsh, GL Reynolds, L Napper, et al 
(136th APHA)
Abstract
Implementing a rapid test algorithm in the United States – a study in progress
T. Dowling  , J. Rurangirwa , T. Knoble, et al
(XVII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Social networks based rapid HIV testing and linkage to care
S. Saha, L. Sanders, J. Cohen, J. Burack
(XVII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Rapid HIV testing in migrant and recent immigrant communities in the United States
J. Schulden , B. Song , M.A. Borman, et al
(XVII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Program B.R.I.E.F: a 2 year analysis of high volume rapid HIV testing multimedia model
Y. Calderon , J. Leider  S. Hailpern, et al
(XVII International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Implementing routinely recommended rapid HIV testing into primary medical care
N. Glick, A. Silva
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
The impact of a second statewide media campaign on rapid HIV testing in New Jersey
R. Martin, S. Paul, E. Cadoff, E. Martin
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Successful scale-up of HIV counseling and testing using ACTS for rapid counseling
D. Futterman, P. Meissner, S. Stafford, et al
(XVII nternational AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
False positive oral fluid rapid HIV tests in San Francisco prompt new testing protocol
T. Dowling, S. Facente
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Overcoming barriers to rapid HIV testing in medical settings
R. Vezina, E.M. Reyes, R. Tagalicod, et al
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Enhancing voluntary HIV testing among university students – the know your status (KYS) program
S. Rutstein, M. Mugavero, C. Sullivan
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
The impact of rapid HIV testing on STD programs
P. Jackson, N. Sloop
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
In rapid testing, quality is job one: organizing great QA!
E. Martin, G. Salaru, S. Paul, et al
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
NJHIV’s rapid testing program keeps false positives in check
E. Cadoff, E. Martin, S. Paul, et al
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 
Introduction of rapid HIV tests in the United States
Branson B.
(3rd IAS)
Abstract
 
Rapid versus Conventional HIV Testers; Are There Risk Differences?
R Paneth-Pollak, MaMavinkurve, S Rubin, et al

(2006 STD)
Abstract

 
 
Computer Counseling Makes Rapid HIV Testing Possible in a Busy Urgent Care
F Spielberg, A Kurth, A Severynen, et al

(2006 STD)
Abstract
 
Integration of Rapid HIV Testing in Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinics in New Jersey
SM Paul, EM Cadoff, EG Martin, et al

(2006 STD)
Abstract
 
Evaluation of the feasibility and acceptability of implementing an STD and Rapid HIV testing program
in an urban urgent care center
ET Rudy, CHiggins, L Smith, et al
(2006 STD)
Abstract

 
Implementation of rapid HIV-1 testing technology in Maryland
RA. Lunn,  CFlynn, Cl Gray, et al
(132 APHA)
Abstract
 
Mandatory Newborn HIV Testing in New York: Lessons of Rapid Testing Implementation
MP Webber, P Demas
(132 APHA)
Abstract
 
Rapid HIV testing programs of community based organizations (CBOs) conducted through
mobile outreach in high-risk communities of color
H A Clark, B C Boyett, E B Begley, S E Kellerman
(15IAC)
Abstract
 
Evaluation of a demonstration project using rapid HIV testing with Partner Counseling
and Referral Services

E B Begley, B C Boyett, H A Clark, S E Kellerman

(15IAC)
Abstract
 
Effect of training and field experience on staff confidence and skills for rapid HIV
testing in New York State (NYS)
G S Birkhead, M L San Antonio-Gaddy, A L Richardson-Moore, et al

(15IAC)
Abstract
 
POSTER
Impact of Rapid HIV Testing in Three Public Venues
S Kendrick, K Kroc, BD Withum,
et al.
(40 IDSA)
PDF Poster     Abstract
 
POSTER
Ability of Untrained Users to Perform Rapid HIV Antibody Screening Tests
KP .Delaney, B Branson, C Fridlund, et al.
(130 APHA)
PDF Poster     Abstract
 
Rapid HIV-1 testing during labor in the United States: Translating research into practice
 M A Lampe, B Branson, M Bulterys, M G Fowler

(15IAC)
Abstract
 

Laboratory Considerations and Package Inserts
 

     Internet Documents
 
  General and Laboratory Considerations: Rapid HIV Tests Currently Available in the United States
CDC
Last Modified: November 20, 2007
Document
 
  FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
State of New York Department of Health: Quality Control Requirements for Rapid HIV Testing
State of New York Department of Health
March 01, 2006
Document
 
Quality Assurance Guidelines for Testing Using Rapid HIV Antibody Tests Waived Under the
Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988
FULL-TEXT PDF DOCUMENT
Appendixes: Government Regulations and Sample Forms

Rapid Test Comparison Charts
 

     Internet Documents
 
  FULL-TEXT DOCUMENT
FDA-Approved Rapid HIV Antibody Screening Tests – Purchasing Details
CDC
February 4, 2008
Document
 
  FULL-TEXT DOCUMENT
FDA-Approved Rapid HIV Antibody Screening Tests
CDC
February 4, 2008
Document

Economics
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
The Cost of Implementing Rapid HIV Testing in Sexually Transmitted Disease Clinics in the United States.
Eggman AA, Feaster DJ, Leff JA,  et al

Sex Transm Dis
. 2014 Sep;41(9):545-50.
Abstract

The cost-effectiveness of rapid HIV testing in substance abuse treatment: Results of a randomized trial.
Schackman BR, Metsch LR, Colfax GN,  et al 
Drug Alcohol Depend
. 2012 Sep 6.
Abstract

Cost of Rapid HIV Testing at 45 U.S. Hospitals.
Pinkerton SD, Bogart LM, Howerton D, et al
AIDS Patient Care STDS
. 2010 Jun 26.
Abstract

Comparing the costs of HIV screening strategies and technologies in health-care settings.
Farnham PG, Hutchinson AB, Sansom SL, Branson BM. 
Public Health Rep. 2008 Nov-Dec;123 Suppl 3:51-62.
Abstract

The cost-effectiveness of voluntary intrapartum rapid human immunodeficiency
virus testing for women without adequate prenatal care.

Grobman WA, Garcia PM
Am J Obstet Gynecol
1999 Nov;181(5 Pt 1):1062-71
Abstract
 

 
    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Cost effectiveness of rapid HIV testing with streamlined counseling
Sanders G.D., Anaya H., Asch S., et al
(4th IAS)
Abstract
 
Rapid HIV Testing and Healthcare Worket aler HIV Post-Exposure Prophylaxis: a Cost Benefit Analysis
G. BEARMAN, F. TORTORELLA, P. ALLEN, M. EDMOND;
(44 ICAAC)
Abstract
 
PRESENTATION
CLIA-Waived vs. Moderately Complex Rapid HIV Testing: How Much Will It Cost?
Sykes DL, Branson BM, Truax SR
(2002 National STD Prevention Conference)
PDF Presentation
     Abstract
 

HIV Testing with Oral Fluids and Rapid Tests Are More Effective and Less Costly
Spielberg F, S Jackson S , Varghese B, et al
(2002 National STD Prevention Conference)
Abstract


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