HIV 1&2, Screen, Reflex to Differentiation

Message

Must collect in a dedicated tube. If ordered with other testing, please submit 2 tubes to lab.

Test Code

HIV 1&2 Screen, Reflex to Diff - NCMC

CPT Codes
86703

Includes

HIV 1/2 Screen
Reflexes to HIV 1&2 Antibody Differentiation, if positive

Preferred Specimen

2.0 mL serum from Serum Gel or Red Top

Minimum Volume

1.5 mL
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes

Instructions

Spin down within 24 hours of draw.

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type	Temperature	Time
Serum SST	Refrigerated	7 days
Serum SST – Separated	Frozen	30 days
Red Top – Separated*	Refrigerated	7 days
Red Top – Separated*	Frozen	30 days

*Centrifuge and aliquot into a plastic vial.

Methodology
Two wash antigen/antibody sandwich immunoassay
Reflexes to immunochromatographic antibody differentiation

Setup Schedule

Monday thrugh Sunday; Continuously

Report Available

Same day

Reference Range

If reactive the result will be confirmed by HIV 1 & 2 antibody differentiation.

If differentiation result is Negative, untypable, or Indeterminate, it is recommended that the provider order test HIV-1 RNA, Qualitative, PCR for confirmation/further testing.

Performing Laboratory
North Colorado Medical Center Laboratory

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.