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… HIV and HIV tests Last updated June 1, 2017 HealthLink BC File number … get HIV? HIV is found in body fluids, such as blood, semen, breast milk, and fluids from the vagina and anus. HIV can be … not detect a very recent infection. Another test can detect genetic material from the HIV virus (p24 antigen) before …
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… Well water testing Last updated June 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File number … (eg. a private household) you are responsible for testing your water to determine if it is safe for you and … contaminants. Your local health authority can provide some general advice on your treatment options and a water …
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… HIV testing in pregnancy Last updated July 1, 2021 HealthLink BC … virus to their baby during pregnancy, childbirth or while breast/chest feeding. Because of the risk of passing HIV to … in your body. HIV can also be passed to your baby when breast/chest feeding. Breast/chest feeding or expressing …
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… Tuberculosis (TB) skin test Last updated October 30, 2024 HealthLink BC File number … File #51a Tuberculosis (TB) . What is a TB skin test? You can use a TB Skin Test (TST) to look for TB … as proof The TST results, your reason for testing and your general health may mean further TB testing such as a TB …
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… Sputum testing for Tuberculosis (TB) Last updated October 30, 2024 … is thin, clear and watery. Do not collect saliva for this test. Why should I do a sputum test for TB? Testing your sputum for TB bacteria is the best …
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… Hearing tests for infants and children Last updated October 1, 2022 … What will a hearing screening be like for my baby? Hearing tests are important for newborn babies and families because … contact your local public health unit. The screening test is very safe and it will not hurt your baby. Soft …
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… provider if you have HIV infection, chronic kidney disease, cancer, diabetes or have a weak immune system due to … parts of your body, the symptoms may vary. How can I be tested? Visit your health care provider for a check-up if … test . The TST results, your reason for testing and your general health may mean you need further TB testing. Further …
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… from certain types of human papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancers of the anus, cervix, mouth and throat, penis, vagina … 2 types of HPV that cause about 70% of cases of cervical cancer and 80% of cases of anal cancer. The HPV9 vaccine … Vaginal yeast infection (#08j) Chlamydia (#08l) HIV and HIV tests (#08m) Preventing sexually transmitted infections …
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… it can progress to chronic liver disease, cirrhosis, liver cancer and even death. How is hepatitis C virus spread? HCV … organ transplant in countries where the blood supply is not tested for hepatitis C. In Canada, this applies to blood and … C virus not spread? Hepatitis C is not passed through breast milk, casual contact such as hugging, kissing, …
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… they have been infected with the virus. You need a blood test to see if you have HCV. About 75% of people living with … scarring of the liver (cirrhosis), liver failure or liver cancer in a small number of people. Is there a vaccine for … with the area for at least 10 minutes before wiping it up Breast or chestfeeding is safe, unless the nipple or areola …
