| Test CODE | NAME |
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S909
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 RNA Quantitative PCR with Reflex to Genotype
| Methodology: | Quantitative Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction/Sequencing |
| Performed: | Sun-Sat |
| Reported: | 3-14 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Lavender (EDTA) .
Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate plasma from cells within 24 hours. Transfer two 3 mL aliquots of plasma to individual Standard Transport Tubes.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
Unacceptable Conditions: Serum. Heparinized specimens. Specimens submitted in a plasma preparation tube.
Stability: Ambient: On cells: 24 hours. After separation from cells: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 6 days; Frozen: 6 weeks
Note: This test is approved for NY .
Performing Lab
ARUP Laboratory
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| CPT Code(s): | 87536; if reflexed, add 87901 |