Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 & 2 (HIV-1/HIV-2), Qualitative, RNA

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: HIVQR
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026559
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-5 Days
Testing Lab: LabCorp

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Frozen
Tube Type: Serum or Plasma
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 650 µL
Container: 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. Whole blood specimens stored at room temperature should be centrifuged within 24 hours of collection. Transfer serum or plasma to a polypropylene screw-cap tube for shipment.

Specimen Acceptability

Cause for Rejection:
Specimen grossly hemolyzed; received outside of specimen and/or storage requirements.

Methods

RT-PCR

Clinical Utilities

This test is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of HIV-1 or HIV-2 infection, including acute or primary infection. Presence of HIV-1 or HIV-2 RNA in the plasma of patients without antibodies to HIV-1 or HIV-2 is indicative of acute or primary HIV-1 or HIV-2 infection. This assay may also be used as an additional test, when it is reactive, to confirm HIV-1 infection in an individual whose specimen is repeatedly reactive for HIV-1 and/or HIV-2 antibodies. This assay is not intended for use in donor testing.

CPT Codes

87535; 87538

* The CPT codes provided 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 payer being billed.