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HIV I-RNA Viral load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Test Name

HIV I-RNA Viral load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Test Code

H0014d

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

HIV I-RNA

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

Daily by 6 pm; Report within 4-7 days

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

Patient history needed

CLINICAL UTILITY

Helps to evaluate the viral load for the prognosis evaluation and clinical management of HIV-infected patients.

SPECIMEN STABILITY

48 hrs

METHODOLOGY

Real time PCR

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

2-8°C, Do not freeze

SPECIMEN TYPE

3ml Whole Blood in K2 EDTA Tube (Lavender top), Sterile Container

Frequently Asked Questions

HIV I-RNA Viral load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma
Helps to evaluate the viral load for the prognosis evaluation and clinical management of HIV-infected patients.
No preparations required
Person belongs to an area with high prevelance of HIV, Individual with history of transfusions or other non-sterile medical care, Children born to woman with known risk of HIV
A healthcare professional will collect a blood sample from the patient with suspected HIV
Report will determine the presence of HIV virus alongwith the load.