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Uptake of early infant HIV diagnosis and its associated factors in Tanzania: an analytical cross-sectional study

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: The uptake of early infant HIV diagnosis services is crucial for preventing mother to child transmission of virus, and timely management. However, the uptake of the services remains a global challenge, despite major advances in HIV testing. This study investigated the uptake of early infant HIV diagnosis and its associated factors among mothersof exposed infants. The results showed that the uptake of early infant HIV diagnosis was 76%. Factors associated with the uptake are caregivers being married, have higher income level and having adequate knowledge on early infant HIV diagnosis.

Source: AIDS Research and Therapy

DOI: 10.1186/s12981-024-00652-1

Authors: Esther Gaudence Kiurugo, Saada Ali Seif, Walter Cleo Milanzi

Institution: The University of Dodoma

Language: English

Topic: HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Reduced inequalities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,890