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Your first test?
Eeh?
I asked if this was your first test.
Yes. How did you know?
You seem a bit on edge.
Is it really that obvious?
It's natural to be a bit nervous the first time.
But, you don't seem at all worried.
I took the test for the first time when I found out my boyfriend was being unfaithful.
I told him to get lost,
and 3 months later I came here to take the test,
because foolishly we had never used condoms.
The test result was negative.
They advised me to retake the test now, to be absolutely sure.
Some people think the test's horrible, that you're all alone, but that's not true.
The hard bit is waiting for the results.
That's true, but it is manageable.
Yeah. Manageable.
I bet they are going to get married.
Number 8, please.
That's me. Don't worry. It'll go OK.
Yeah, thanks.
[Sound from video playing:] "For a year? It's not possible -- YOU, *** positive?"
Now then, welcome! How are you?
Yes, fine, Ma'am.
Could I have your identification number, please?
Here you are, Ma'am.
Of course you know, this test is anonymous and confidential.
All that we say in this room stays in here.
During the discussion before your blood was taken, you were asked a series of questions.
I would like to go over a few of these questions once again, for verification. Alright?
Yes, Ma'am.
How old are you?
I am twenty.
And what sort of work do you do?
I am a carpenter.
That's fine. We just want to be sure the test results are given only to the person who came to take the test.
During the pre-test discussion, you said the last time you took a risk regarding *** was at least 3 months ago.
That's right.
And you said that you were prepared to accept the result of the test, whatever it is.
Do you still feel the same way right now?
Yes, Ma'am.
You've learned what can be done if it's positive. What would you do if the result is negative?
I know for sure, I will never again take a risk like I did that night!
What kind of risk?
Having unprotected sex! I will always protect myself from now on, Ma'am.
That's what I like to hear.
A negative result is certainly not a reason to think you can start taking risks again.
Can I open it?
Yes, Ma'am.
The result of your test is negative.
Yeah!
This test result means that we found no evidence that ***, the AIDS virus, is in your blood.
Hi there! Ahh, isn't that better?
Much better. ... I think it's wise to take the test.
It is always best to know where you stand.
Hey, Raymond!
Hey, how're things going?
Can't complain.
You OK?
Doing great.
Good. I'm glad to hear it. Hey. Tell me something. Your test, heh?
Hey, whatever the result, you know you can count on me. Heh?
I know one thing for sure. Today I've got peace of mind.
Relive that nightmare after unprotected sex, never again. Never again!
Which of you is number 1?
Me.
[Sound from video playing:] "It's incredible how strong you are!"
"Strong enough for what comes my way!"