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.
HIV is the virus that causes AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). If a pregnant woman is infected with HIV, the virus can be passed to and infect her baby. The screening tests detect HIV antigen (p24) and/or HIV antibodies in the blood. The combination HIV antibody and antigen test is the recommended screening test for HIV. It is available only as a blood test.