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HelpTest Code HIV HIV, Type 1 and Type 2 AG/AB +p24 Ag (Combined Assay), Plasma
Performing Laboratory
NRL-Chemistry
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Lavender EDTA
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen as EDTA plasma.
Additional Information:
1. Date of draw is required.
2. Performance has not been established using cadaver.
3. The following specimens will not be tested:
a. Heat-treated, hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic
b. Containing particulate matter, precipitate, RBCs, or sodium azide
4. Must spin down and pour off within 24 hours of collection!
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday thru Sunday
Turnaround Time:
STAT: 1 hour
Routine: Same shift
Reference Values
Negative
If positive, reflex testing for confirmation/differentiation will be sent to BJH Laboratory.
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87389-HIV-1 Ag and HIV 1 and 2 Ab
86701-(G0432) HIV-1 (if appropriate)
86702-(G0432) HIV-2 (if appropriate)