HIV-1 RNA QUANTITATIVE, REAL TIME PCR
| This test is intended for use as an aid in the management of HIV 1 infected patients and is not intended for use in the initial diagnosis or confirmation of HIV 1 infection. This test is used to assess patient prognosis and monitor the effect of anti-retroviral therapy |
Pre-test Information : 12 hours fasting is recommended |
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HIV-1 RNA QUANTITATIVE, REAL TIME PCR
| Test Code | H-61 |
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| Test Description | **HIV-1 RNA QUANTITATIVE, REAL TIME PCR |
| Clinical Category | AIDS |
| Sample | 3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes. Separate plasma aseptically within 2 hours of collection. Ship refrigerated or frozen. 12 hours fasting is recommended |
| Method/Technology | Real Time PCR |
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