TABLE 2.
Purposively selected states for the prospective phase of the evaluation of HIV rapid testing algorithm in Nigeria, July 2020 – September 2020.
| Selected states | HIV prevalence (%)† | Prevalence level | Sites for prospective evaluation | Geopolitical zones |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Katsina | 0.3 | Low | 3 | North West |
| Ekiti | 0.7 | Low | 3 | South West |
| Gombe | 1.2 | Medium | 3 | North East |
| Enugu | 1.8 | Medium | 3 | South East |
| Rivers | 3.6 | High | 3 | South South |
| Benue | 4.8 | High | 3 | North Central |
Source: Adapted From: Iriemenam NC, Mpamugo A, Ikpeazu A, et al. Evaluation of the Nigeria national HIV rapid testing algorithm. PLOS Glob Public Heal. 2022;2(11):e0001077. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pgph.0001077
Note: Low prevalence = 0.1–1.0; medium prevalence = 1.1–3.0; high prevalence ≥3.0.
†
, HIV prevalence calculated using the Nigeria AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey prevalence level, which is based on the Nigeria AIDS Indicator and Impact Survey report of 2018 and not on the World Health Organization rating.