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OBSTETRIC PANEL WITH HIV
MessagePlease note the following tests may be reflexed:
- Positive HIV Screen to HIV Confirmation
- Positive RPR to Syphilis Confirmation
Test Code
PRNTV
Alias/See Also
Prenatal; OB Panel; PRNTH
CPT Codes
80081
Includes
ABO and Rh Type; RPR; Rubella; CBC; Antibody Screen; Hepatitis B Surface Antigen; HIV Antibody/Antigen Screen
If the preliminary antibody screen is positive, for patient and infant safety follow up with your local hospital (where the patient will deliver) for antibody identification and indicated follow up testing.
Preferred Specimen
6 Tubes Total:
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)
1 Pink tube(EDTA)
3 Gold tubes (gel separator)
1 Lavender tube (EDTA)
1 Pink tube(EDTA)
3 Gold tubes (gel separator)
Minimum Volume
See individual tests
Other Acceptable Specimens
None
Instructions
Gold tubes (gel separator): allow to clot at room temperature then centrifuge for complete separation.
Do not centrifuge lavender or pink tubes.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
See individual tests for sample stability
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
The following conditions will result in a rejected sample:
- Whole blood samples that are clotted
- QNS samples
Methodology
Multiple
Setup Schedule
M, Tu, W, Th, F, Sa, Su
Report Available
Within 24 hours of receipt at the performing laboratory.
Clinical Significance
The obstetric panel consists of a group of blood tests commonly performed during the first trimester of pregnancy. These tests can help identify certain problems during the pregnancy and can also guide any treatment needed for the mother or for the baby immediately after birth.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
(Multiple)
Additional Information
HIV Algorithm
Last Updated: June 6, 2023
