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HIV-1 PCR (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:HIV Proviral DNA
Laboratory:Microbiology
Test Code:HVP
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Specimen Types:Blood
Container Types:
EDTA 10 mLEDTA 10 mL
Adults Volume or Mass:10 mL
Collection & Request Instructions:

Department Head authorisation required.

This test is only performed in exceptional circumstances as HIV serology detects both HIV p24 antigen and HIV antibody.  Discussion with Microbiology Unit Head required before this test will be performed.

Transport Instructions:Room Temperature

Specimen can be refrigerated overnight and sent the following day.

Processing Instructions:Unopened Tube
Assay Frequency:By Arrangement
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at ambient temperature

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