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HIV-1 RNA, QUANT, REAL-TIME PCR (HIVQ1)

Test Code
LAB8869


CPT Codes
87536

Preferred Specimen
EDTA Plasma


Transport Container
Lavender top tube (purple)


Methodology
PCR

Reference Range
<20-10,000,000 copies/mL



Clinical Significance
This test is intended for use in conjunction with clinical presentation and other laboratory markers of disease progress for the clinical management of HIV-1 infected patients. The test can be used to assess patient prognosis by measuring the baseline HIV-1 RNA level or to monitor the effects of antiretroviral therapy by measuring changes in EDTA plasma HIV-1 RNA levels during the course of antiretroviral treatment.


Performing Laboratory
Wellstar Paulding Molecular Lab



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.