A regimen of pre-test counseling, drawing and testing of blood (as desired by the client and after informed consent is provided), and post-test counseling (which may involve one or more sessions depending on the client's needs). Individual risk assessment and risk reduction are integral components of pre- and post-test counseling. PICT is a vital entry point to HIV/AIDS and other services including prevention of mother-to-child transmission, prevention and clinical management of HIV-related illnesses, tuberculosis control, and psychosocial and legal support.
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