How to interpret a positive test result?
A positive result shows a distinctive red dot in the center of the test tray. A reactive or inconclusive (faint dot) result by the MiraTes rapid hepatitis B screen test, should be re-tested to confirm the initial result. A repeatedly reactive result is presumptive evidence of the presence of antibodies to HBsAg in the specimen. Do not interpret a positive reaction from the MiraTes rapid hepatitis B screen test as absolute evidence of the presence of HBV. All repeatedly reactive or inconclusive specimens must be confirmed by other more specific methods, as is general practice with most diagnostics. If the test result is positive, we advise you to consult a doctor. If necessary, change your lifestyle and habits to exclude the possibility of infecting other people, until you are certain you are not infected with hepatitis B.
If you have tested positive, this means that the test has detected antibodies against HIV in your blood. However, there is a chance that the test gives a positive result while you are not infected with HIV. Similar to a test at the laboratory, a positive test result always needs to be confirmed with a different test. In case of a positive test result we advise not to make hasty conclusion. However, it is very important to visit your doctor for a confirmation test. This test will eventually proof whether you are infected or not. In case you are infected with HIV, your doctor is able to help you with the correct medical care and psychological help. Take the positive test result to your doctor. Change your lifestyle and habits to prevent spreading HIV to others, until you are certain about your HIV status.
• LSDA – Village Voices – [Cached Version] Published on: 5/1/2002 Last Visited: 2/9/2003 MedMira’s research team is collaborating with Dr. Spencer Lee, Professor of Virology in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology at Dalhousie, on this project.For more information, see http://www.medmira.ca/press releases f.htm. • Lake Samplers/Stakeholders – [Cached Version] Published on: 2/10/2008 Last Visited: 11/30/2008 Scientist-Microbiologist, Prof. Spencer Lee PhD, then a resident of District 13, Halifax Regional Municipality: Dr. Lee has been consistent in his support of our scientific phase by providing us advanced research facilities. • MEDMIRA LAUNCHES RAPID VACCINIA (SMALLPOX VACCINE)… – [Cached Version] Published on: 6/12/2003 Last Visited: 6/26/2003 “The availability of MedMira’s MiraWell(TM) Rapid Vaccinia Antibody Detection Test will provide a sense of ease in this time of global unrest due to the ever-present potential for biowarfare,” said Dr. Spencer Lee, professor of Viro
