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HTLV I/II DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR
Test Code34177
Alias/See Also
LAB1238
CPT Codes
87798 (x2)
Preferred Specimen
1 mL whole blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or ACD (yellow-top) tube
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Transport Container
EDTA (lavender-top) tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Whole blood anticoagulated with heparin
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Mon-sat
Report Available
1-2 days
Reference Range
HTLV I DNA | Not detected |
HTLV II DNA | Not detected |
Clinical Significance
HTLV-I/II DNA PCR is a highly specific and sensitive method used to detect HTLV-I/II proviral DNA in clinical specimens. In addition, the assay can also differentiate between HTLV-I and HTLV-II infected individuals.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |