HealthDay News — “Opt-out” testing could significantly increase the number of patients who agree to be tested for HIV, according to research published online in The BMJ. The study, which involved 4 ...
Results of a new study indicate that opt-out HIV testing, in particular "notional consent testing" where a patient is not asked or counseled before conducting the test, is an effective tool for ...
Adults attending a London emergency department and undergoing blood testing for other reasons were offered hepatitis B and C screening as well. Patients were informed and could opt out. Study took ...