Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1 (HIV-1), Molecular Detection, Qualitative Build info
Synonyms |
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Short Name |
HIV-1 RNA QUALITATIVE |
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Procedure Master Number |
LAB11790 |
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Procedure ID |
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Clinical Info |
This test is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of HIV-1 infection, including acute or primary infection. Presence of HIV-1 RNA in the plasma of patients without antibodies to HIV-1 is indicative of acute or primary HIV-1 infection. This assay may also be used as an supplemental test for specimens that repeat negative results with approved HIV immunoassays. If specimen is detected by the Aptima HIV-1 Assay, HIV-1 infection is confirmed. |
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Specimen Type |
Blood |
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Container |
Lavender Top Tube |
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Collection Instructions |
Container/Tube: Lavender top or Gold top tube |
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Transport Instructions |
Refrigerated |
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Specimen Stability |
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Methodology |
Transcription-mediated amplification (TMA) |
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Days Performed |
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Performing Laboratory |
Northwell Health Laboratories |
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CPT |
87535 |
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PDM |
1459838 |
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Results |
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