The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a retrovirus responsible for causing HIV infection which eventually leads to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV test is the only way to make sure one is suffering from it or not. Many HIV +ve people are not aware that they have HIV infection. Hence, everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 needs to get tested for HIV. It needs to be seen as a precautionary measure. Information about the HIV status helps in taking appropriate steps.