To ensure an accurate test, avoid taking food (including gum and mints), drinking (including water), smoking, or vaping 15 minutes before the test; and avoid brushing your teeth and using mouthwash and teeth whiteners 30 minutes before the test.

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Testing saliva for HIV doesn’t mean you can get HIV from kissing, sharing utensils, coughing or having a conversation. The test looks for antibodies for HIV in the saliva and not the virus itself.

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We now have an option for knowing your status without needing a blood draw or a finger prick, and it’s just as accurate outside the window period.

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Oral HIV self-test kits are available in Canada, and here's a few things we need to know:

Reach out to us if you need more info or support around Oral HIV self-tests.

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