TECHNICAL PAPER Laboratory Diagnostic Strategies for the Monitoring of HIV Infection: Current Practices and Future Perspectives

• B.B. Ajayi

  Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• B.B. Ola-Salawu

  Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• L.E. Isunu

  Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• O.B. Ogonnoh

  Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• A.B. Daniel

  Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• E.T. Ojo

  Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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• C.T. Adebo

  Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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Laboratory testing plays a pivotal role in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of HIV infection. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the laboratory testing strategies used for detecting and managing HIV infection. It covers the evolution of HIV testing methodologies, discusses the challenges faced in testing, and explores innovative approaches for enhancing diagnostic accuracy, accessibility, and efficiency. It also highlights the importance of quality assurance, data integrity, and global collaboration in advancing HIV testing practices.

1. B.B. Ajayi, Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

2. B.B. Ola-Salawu, Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

3. L.E. Isunu, Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

4. O.B. Ogonnoh, Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

5. A.B. Daniel, Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Microbiology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

6. E.T. Ojo, Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

7. C.T. Adebo, Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

   Department of Biology, Federal University of Technology Akure, P.M.B. 704, Akure, Ondo State. Nigeria.

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