Table 2. Interaction variables used to stratify the analysis of the discrete choice experiment data including sexual behaviour and HIV testing history.
Individual characteristic | Dummy variable created from baseline questionnaire data |
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Ever tested for HIV | Ever tested = 1; never tested = 0. |
Regular testing for HIV* | Regular tester = 1; non-regular tester = 0. |
Multiple concurrent sex partners | Has one or more sex partner other than wife or main partner at home = 1; has no regular sex partner other than wife or main partner at home = 0. |
Engages in sex with FSW | Paid for sex with money, gifts or a ride in the past six months = 1; did not engage in sex for money, gifts or a ride in the past 6 months = 0. |
Consistent condom use | Always used a condom when having sex in the past 6 months = 1; sometimes or never used a condom when having sex in the past 6 months = 0. |
Experience of testing at NSA roadside clinic | Ever tested at an NSA roadside clinic = 1; never tested at an NSA roadside clinic = 0. |