Análise do fluxo de exames laboratoriais de HIV e hepatites em um laboratório público

Abstract

Assessing and analyzing laboratory testing for viral diseases, including HIV and hepatitis, is essential to public health initiatives. This study sought to examine the frequency and incidence of HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C infections in a given community, using data gathered from March to September 2024. Quantitative assessments of laboratory testing revealed a total of 132 HIV tests completed in March, with 3 positive cases found, primarily among women. In March, 131 tests for Hepatitis B were conducted, yielding 3 positive results, while 131 tests for Hepatitis C resulted in 1 positive case. May documented the highest quantity of HIV testing, totaling 146, with 5 positive results, predominantly affecting women. The frequency of Hepatitis B was greater among men, particularly in March, while the sole positive case of Hepatitis C was identified in a 60-year-old man, also in March. The findings reveal a greater incidence of HIV in women and Hepatitis B in males, with only one instance of Hepatitis C documented. The evidence underscores the significance of focused prevention and awareness initiatives, particularly among high-risk populations. The elevated demand for testing in May and March underscores the necessity of sustaining ongoing efforts to guarantee access to laboratory tests and preventive measures.