Test Order Name - HIV-1 Viral Load
Synonym(s) - Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Methodology - Real Time RT-PCR
Acceptable Specimen Type(s) for Testing - Human plasma
Transport / Collection Medium - Plasma collection tubes (EDTA)
Storage and Preservation of Specimen - Freshly drawn specimens (whole blood) may be held at 15 to 30°C for up to 24 hours or at 2 to 8°C for up to 48 hours, prior to centrifugation. After centrifugation, plasma specimens may be stored at 2 to 8°C for up to 3 days. If longer storage is required, plasma specimens must be held at -70°C or lower.
Minimum Volume Required - 3.0 milliliters of whole blood, or 1.5 milliliters of plasma
Additional Collection Instructions - None
Additional Required Information - Collection date and time required on requisition form.
Send Out? - No
Turnaround Time - 7 business days (Monday through Friday)
Testing Restrictions - Only for contracted submitters
Limitations / Notes / Disclaimers - For medical management of HIV-1 infection; not for screening for HIV-1 infection