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Test Code HIV RNA QUANT VIRAL LOAD HIV RNA QUANT VIRAL LOAD

Department

Molecular

Specimen Type

Plasma

Method

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Container

EDTA (lavender top)

Special Requirements

Send sample to lab immediately; sample must be spun and plasma removed from cells within 24 hours of collection. Transfer plasma to a sterile polypropylene tube.

Standard Volume

4.5 ml

Minimum Volume

2 ml

Ship Temperature

Refrigerated

Stability Room Temp

Whole blood is stable at room temperature for 24 hours prior to plasma preparation.

Stability Refrigerated

Plasma samples separated from whole blood within 24 hours of collection may be stored and/or transported for up to 6 days at 2-8°C

Stability Frozen

Plasma samples separated from whole blood within 24 hours of collection may be stored and/or transported for up to 12 weeks at -20°C. 

CPT Code

87536

Days Test Set Up

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Group Components

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