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HIV Screening Using the OraQuick(R) ADVANCE(TM) Rapid HIV-1/2 Antibody Test (OraQuick Test) in Dentistry: A Literature Review

• Im JH
• Kim SG
• Oh JS

Abstract

PURPOSE
The purpose of this study was to evaluate the use of OraQuick tests in previously reported articles.
METHODS
The literature was searched using Pubmed Medline with keywords, such as "OraQuick" or "rapid HIV test". Articles that included the specificity and sensitivity of this device were reviewed.
RESULTS
A total of 11 journal articles including 3 domestic articles were reviewed. The sensitivity of the OraQuick Test was reported to be 97.8 to 100% and its specificity was 98.8 to 100%.
CONCLUSION
The results indicated that the simple OraQuick assay has proven to be accurate and it can be used to detect patients with HIV and to prevent the spread of HIV on test screens.

Keyword

Human immunodeficiency virus; Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome; Dental clinic

MeSH Terms

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Dental Clinics
HIV
Humans
Mass Screening
Sensitivity and Specificity