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HIV-1 DNA, Qualitative, PCR : 8401

Test Code
HIVDNA 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)


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



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