Considerations for the Implementation of Point of Care Testing for Syphilis

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A report (PDF) from the HHS National Syphilis and Congenital Syphilis Syndemic Federal Task Force explores differences between point of care (POC) tests and laboratory-based serologic tests. It also highlights when POC testing may be the best. Visit HIV.gov to learn more. HHS will hold a webinar on the topic on July 31 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Registration is available.

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