HIV-1/HIV-2 Qualitative RNA (LABCORP)

Test Code
1231101899


Alias/See Also
LAB7297: HIV 1 RNA Qual TMA
LAB72971: HIV 1 RNA Qual TMA Grant | LABCORP EAP: 139825


CPT Codes
87538x1, 87535x1

Preferred Specimen
LABCORP LAB: Serum Separator Tube (Frozen) Min Vol: N/A


Transport Temperature
Specimen Type: Plasma or serum Volume: 1 mL Minimum Volume: 650 µLContainer: Lavender-top (EDTA) tube, BD SST tube, BD Vacutainer PPT plasma preparation tube Collection: Collect specimen in lavender-top (EDTA), gel-barrier (SST tube) or a PPT plasma preparation tube. Specimens centrifugation within 24 hours of collection. Transfer serum or plasma to a polypropylene screw-cap tube for shipment. Ship frozen. 
Storage Requirements:
Container           Storage
Serum Transfer Tube     Frozen
Storage Instructions: Freeze (preferred) or refrigerate.
 
Stability Requirements:
Temperature      Period
Room temperature         
Refrigerated       7 days
Frozen  6 weeks
Freeze/thaw cycles         Stable x3


Report Available
LABCORP LAB STAT: 4 Days



Last Updated: June 29, 2023


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.