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HIV-1 DNA, Qualitative, PCR : 8401
Test CodeHIVDNA or 8401
Alias/See Also
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 DNA PCR, Qualitative
CPT Codes
87535
Instructions
Lavender (EDTA).
Transport Container
Do not freeze specimen. Transport 1 ml whole blood. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated.
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days; Refrigerated: 21 days; Frozen: Unacceptable
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis. ACD or Heparinized specimens. Frozen samples.
Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Setup Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday
Report Available
1-4 days (From receipt at performing laboratory)
Limitations
This test was performed using a kit that has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The analytical performance characteristics of this test have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. This test should not be used for diagnosis without confirmation by other medically established means.
Reference Range
Not detected.
Clinical Significance
HIV-1 DNA PCR is a sensitive method for detection of pro-viral DNA. It has been used in the management of perinatal HIV infection. HIV-1 RNA has recently been confirmed equally as sensitive and specific for this purpose.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics
