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Test ID: HIV-1 REAL TIME PCR RNA LOAD TEST - SGH

Test Name:
HIV-1 REAL TIME PCR RNA LOAD TEST - SGH
Test Code:
O HIV1RT S
Specialised Test:
No - Send Out Test
Turnaround Time:
Wednesday;TAT: ?1 - 8 days
Test Schedule:
NA
Test Type:
Send Out Test (SGH)
Additional Test Note:
Transport sample at 2-25 �C to arrive in the laboratory preferably within 24 hours of collection and no later than 48 hours. Plasma may be transported at 2-8�C or frozen at -20 �C to -80 �C. Plasma specimens may be stored at room temperature (25-30�C) for up to 3 days, at 2-8 �C for up to 7 days or frozen at -20 �C to -80 �C for at least six weeks.The assay detects HIV-1 group M (subtypes A-H) and HIV-1 group O viruses.
Sample Requirement:
?At least 6 mL blood in sterile EDTA container (lavender top) (3 tubes).
Fasting Requirement:
None
Parkway Laboratory Services
Last Update:
26/09/2024
Update:
Additional Note, Sample Requirement, Turnaround Time

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