Quick HIV tests could keep more patients healthy in south africa

NCT ID NCT04341779

First seen Feb 20, 2026 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This study tests whether using simple, on-the-spot urine tests and viral load checks can help people with HIV stick to their medication and keep the virus under control. About 539 people starting HIV treatment in South Africa will be followed for 72 weeks. The goal is to see if these quick tests improve treatment success and are cost-effective.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Centre for the AIDS Programme of Research in South Africa (CAPRISA), University of KwaZulu-Natal

    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4013, South Africa

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