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HelpTest Code LAB20438 HIV-1 Genotype
Department
Send Outs
Reference Lab Test Number
HIVG
Refer To
Primary Collection Container
Lavender 6 mL (K3EDTA)
Transport
Plasma Frozen
Preferred Transport Temperature
Frozen
Processing
Centrifuge, separate plasma from cells within 24 hours and send 3.0 mL plasma in a screw-capped plastic vial. Dedicated specimens are required.
Stability
Room temperature: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 6 days
Frozen: 42 days
Minimum Testing Volume
1.0 mL
Reference Range
By report
Methodology
Reverse Transcriptase PCR and DNA sequencing
Performed
Monday-Saturday
Reported
9-13 days
CPT Codes
87900
87901
Unacceptable Conditions
Serum, whole blood
Additional Information
Includes RT Gene Mutations, PR Gene Mutations
A minimum viral load of 400 IU/mL is required for testing.