HIV Ag/Ab Combo (CHIV)

Message
SRHC Clients:
  • 1 Yellow top
  • Transport to SRHC laboratory same day as collected


Test Code
HIV 1/2


Alias/See Also
HIV 1/2
HIV Ag/Ab, p24 Antigen screen


CPT Codes
87389

Includes
If HIV Ag/Ab screen is repeatedly Reactive, HIV-1/2 Antibody Differentiation will be performed at an additional charge.


Preferred Specimen
1 Yellow top tube


Minimum Volume
2 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 yellow top or 1 red top


Transport Container
1 yellow top


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Rm temp: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 14 days


Methodology
Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
Daily


Report Available
4-8 hours


Reference Range
See patient report


Performing Laboratory
SRH Main 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.