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INSTI HIV

The INSTI HIV-1/2 Antibody Test detects antibodies to HIV-1 and HIV-2 using a drop of fingerstick blood in as little as 60 seconds with >99% sensitivity.

  • CLIA-waived for fingerstick whole blood specimens.
  • The SACT program provides certification for fingerstick operation of the INSTI HIV-1/2 Antibody Test.

Requirements for new HIV test counselors with no prior certifications:

  • SACT-O Unit 1 (Online)
  • SACT-O Unit 2 (Online) – Prerequisite: SACT-O Unit 1
  • SACT-P Core (In-Person) – Prerequisite: Completion with 100% score of SACT-O Unit 1 and Unit 2

Requirements for HIV test counselors who have prior certifications in Determine:

  • SACT-O Unit 2B INSTI Test Kit Operation (Online)
  • SACT-P Core (In-Person) – Prerequisite: Completion with 100% score of SACT-O Unit 2B

Requirements for HIV test counselors who have prior certifications in OraQuick HIV:

  • SACT-O Unit 1A Fingerstick and Oral Swab (Online)
  • SACT-O Unit 2B INSTI Test Kit Operation (Online) – Prerequisite: Completion of SACT-O Unit 1A
  • SACT-P Core (In-Person) – Prerequisite: Completion with 100% score of SACT-O Unit 1A and Unit 2B
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