Can AIDS be detected by general physical examination

AIDS can not be detected by general physical examination. AIDS can only be diagnosed by special HIV antibody test, which is generally not included in the general physical examination items.

General physical examination usually includes basic examination items such as blood routine examination, urine routine examination, liver function examination, kidney function examination, blood sugar examination, blood lipid examination, etc. These items are mainly used to assess the general health status of the body, and AIDS virus infection cannot be directly detected. AIDS virus antibody detection needs to be applied separately. Detection methods include enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, chemiluminescence method, immunofluorescence method, etc. The detection window period is 2-6 weeks after infection, and it may take longer for some people to detect antibodies. If there is high-risk behavior or suspected exposure, it is recommended to undergo initial testing 4 weeks after the occurrence of high-risk behavior. If the result is negative, a follow-up examination can be conducted 8 and 12 weeks later. AIDS testing services can be provided by centers for disease control and prevention, infectious disease hospitals and infection departments of some general hospitals, and some institutions provide free anonymous testing. It is not necessary to fasting before testing, but it is necessary to avoid testing during acute infection or immunosuppression to avoid affecting the accuracy of the results.

High risk behaviors such as unsafe sex and not sharing syringes should be avoided in daily life. If diagnosed with infection, timely antiviral treatment should be received. People infected with AIDS virus need to regularly monitor CD4+T lymphocyte count and viral load to evaluate immune function and treatment effect. When in contact with the blood and body fluids of infected individuals, precautions should be taken. Daily contact such as shaking hands or sharing meals will not spread the virus.