Who needs HIV testing, and how often?
If you think you may have HIV — get tested. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) encourages voluntary HIV testing as a routine part of medical care if you are: An adolescent or adult between the ages of 13 to 64 Pregnant, because if you’re infected with HIV there are ways to reduce the chance you’ll pass it along to your baby Yearly testing is recommended if you’re at high risk of infection.