HIV Antibody 1,2

Test Code
HIVAB


Preferred Specimen
2.0mL Serum (SST)


Instructions
"Required 1.0mL serum
Testing Frequency: Performed within 24 hrs."


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Stability: 14 days refrigerate, 168 days frozen


Methodology
Chemilumenescent



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.