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HIV AG/AB Screen, EIA

Message
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Test Code
HIVSCC


Alias/See Also
6449;
HIV Antigen
HIV Antibody
HIV 1/2


CPT Codes
87389

Includes
If HIV Combo Ag/Ab screen is POSITIVE, a Rapid Enzyme Immunoassay HIV 1/HIV 2 confirmation will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86689)


Preferred Specimen
2 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Instructions
To insure patient confidentiality and identification, the name on the specimen must match the name on the requisition. If a code is desired for patient confidentiality (i.e. social security number) the code should be placed in the box for the patient name.
SST or Red top: Avoid hemolysis.  Invert a minimum of 5 times then allow to clot in an upright position for 30 minutes.  Centrifuge the tube for at least 10 minutes.  Keep tightly stoppered.
Submit primary tube ONLY for testing.


Transport Container
SST (speckled top), or Red top


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred)


Specimen Stability
Room Temperature = 2 days
Refrigerated = 7 days
Frozen = at least 7 days


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Monday - Friday 7:00 am
BS


Report Available
2 days


Reference Range
SEX AGE Report Normals Units
N/M/F 1000Y Non Reactive   


Clinical Significance
The presence of HIV Antibody and/or Antigen are indicative of previous exposure to HIV. Most individuals that have been exposed to this virus eventually progress to aids. A positive result is automatically confirmed by an alternate method.


Performing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine, OH 45439


Last Updated: November 22, 2021


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.