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Test Code

12HIV

Test Name

Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1/2 Differentiate

CPT Codes

86701, 86702

Included Tests

HIV 1 Antibodies, HIV 2 Antibodies, Interpretation (HIV)

Expected Turnaround Time

4 - 7 days

Specimen and Container Info

Preferred Specimen Type: Serum or Plasma

Desired Specimen Volume: 2 mL

Preferred Collection Containers:

Lavender Top (EDTA)
White Top (EDTA)
Gold Top, Serum Separator

Processing and Submission Instructions

Centrifuge for 20 minutes at 3000 rpm.
Do not aliquot.

Transport Instructions

Transport refrigerated.

Stability Requirements

Refrigerated

7 days

Frozen

<20°C for long-term storage

Freeze/Thaw Cycles

Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.

Methodology

Immunochromatographic

Reference Intervals

Nonreactive

Performing Location

Roble Road Core Laboratory

Testing Schedule

Routine, Monday - Friday no holidays

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