Although not described in any Tibetan text on stupa symbolism, the stupa may represent the five purified elements: 1  The square base represents earth. 2  The hemispherical dome/vase represents water. 3  The conical spire represents fire. 4  The upper lotus parasol and the crescent moon represent air.
The primary tests for diagnosing HIV and AIDs include: 1  ELISA Test â ELISA, which stands for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, is used to detect HIV infection.  Home Tests â The only home test approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is called the Home Access Express Test, which is sold in pharmacies.
1 Verify a positive with a second HIV antibody test that differentiates between HIV-1 and HIV-2. 2  If results between the first and second test do not agree, then the next test to perform is a HIV-1 RNA test (nucleic acid amplification test, NAAT). 3  If the HIV-1 RNA is positive, then the test is considered positive.ince there is no cure, early treatment of HIV infection and immune system monitoring can greatly improve long-term health and survival. Also, if a person knows his HIV status, it may help change behaviors that can put him and others at risk. Screening. Different types of antibody tests may be used for HIV screening: