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As of midnight, December 20, 2024, the U.S. government is experiencing a lapse in appropriations. Until the situation is resolved, please refer to OPM.gov website regarding the status for federal employees. We expect the U.S. Antarctic Program to remain operational under our contractor for the foreseeable future. Should the situation change, we will post additional information on this website when it is legally permissible to do so.
 

Please be advised that a signature on the Medical Screening for Blood-borne Pathogens/Consent for HIV Antibody Blood Test Link to PDF file does not ensure that an HIV test will be done.

If you would like the HIV test please advise your doctor or lab at the time your blood is drawn. please call ASC Medical if you need assistance:

 1.855.300.9704

If you have chosen to use an outside laboratory, please note that you must request to have this test drawn.

If you choose to have this test, please sign the consent form and return it with your medical paperwork.

Screening for HIV is a requirement for participants who are wintering or who would like to participate in the walking blood bank.

If you have any questions, please contact ASC Medical:

1.855.300.9704