Infant testing for HIV

Question 1

Timing of testing for HIV in breast fed babies

Answer 1

Additional monthly testing of both mother and infant is recommended

Question 2

Timing of testing for HIV in bottle fed babies

Answer 2

• During the first 48 hours and prior to hospital discharge
• 2 weeks post cessation of infant prophylaxis (6 weeks of age)
• 2 months post cessation of infant prophylaxis (12 weeks of age)
• On other occasions if additional risk
• HIV antibody testing for seroreversion should be performed at age 18 months