Uptake an acceptability of antenatal HIV testing

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Abstract
As part of a trial on the uptake of antenatal HIV testing, this study investigated the effect of the midwife on women's uptake of testing. Ten midwives who had been involved in offering HIV testing to 2727 women antenatally completed a questionnaire examining their knowledge and attitudes towards HIV. The midwife with the most positive attitude towards HIV testing was the one who achieved highest uptake and caused women least anxiety. Midwives' knowledge was not associated with uptake of HIV testing. If high uptake of testing is the goal, then midwives must have a positive approach towards HIV testing. Recommendations for midwife training are represented.