HIV-1 RNA, Qualitative, TMA
Test Summary
HIV-1 Qualitative is an in vitro nucleic acid amplification test for the qualitative detection of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) RNA in human serum and plasma by PCR. The test is intended to be used as an aid in diagnosis of HIV-1 infection. Detection of HIV-1 nucleic acid is indicative of HIV-1 infection. The presence of HIV-1 nucleic acid in the plasma or serum of individuals without antibodies to HIV-1 is indicative of acute or primary HIV-1 infection. The HIV-1 Qualitative PCR may also be used as an additional test to confirm the presence of HIV-1 infection in an individual with specimens reactive for HIV-1 antibodies or antigens. The assay may also be used as an aid in the diagnosis of infection with HIV-1 in pediatric subjects and pregnant women. This assay is not intended to be used for monitoring patient status, or for screening donors of blood, plasma, or human cells, tissues, and cellular and tissue-based products (HCT/Ps) for HIV.
Aliases
- N/A
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
Preferred Specimen
Minimum Volume
Instructions
collection. Transfer the plasma or serum to a plastic screw-cap vial and ship frozen.
Patient Preparation
Storage
Transport Temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: 72 hours
- Refrigerated: 5 days
- Frozen: 42 days
Limitations
Other Acceptable Specimens
Unacceptable Specimens
Order Code
EPIC (Premier) Code
Includes
CPT Code
- 87535
Billing Code
- 670049
CPT Statement
Methodology
FDA Status
Physician Attestation of Informed Consent
Testing Laboratory
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly VA, 20153
Department
Reference Range
Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
Preferred Specimen
Minimum Volume
Instructions
collection. Transfer the plasma or serum to a plastic screw-cap vial and ship frozen.
Patient Preparation
Storage
Transport Temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: 72 hours
- Refrigerated: 5 days
- Frozen: 42 days