HIV Testing

An HIV test can tell if you have become infected with HIV. HIV tests are extremely accurate.

Modern tests can tell if you’ve been infected with HIV very soon after exposure to the virus.

If you suspect you may be at risk of contracting HIV, it is very important that it’s diagnosed. This will give you the best chance of getting the treatment and care you need to stay well.

Where can I get an HIV test?

HIV tests are available in lots of healthcare settings. This might be in a sexual health clinic, doctor’s surgery or private clinic.

You may also be offered an HIV test as part of care for another health matter, such as maternity care, or as part of a sexual health check-up.

In the Northern Ireland, you can get a free and confidential HIV test at any GUM (genitourinary medicine) clinic. These clinics are linked into specialist HIV services, and there will be support available to you if your result is positive.

GUM Clinics

In Northern Ireland you can attend any GUM department. These clinics are located at:

  • The Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast;
  • The Causeway Hospital, Coleraine;
  • Altnagelvin Hospital, Londonderry;
  • Daisy Hill Hospital, Newry
  • The Down Hospital, Downpatrick
  • Omagh Hospital, Omagh