Pathology Handbook

CCR5-CXCR4 Tropism (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:

HIV Tropism Assay
Tropism Assay
HIV CXCR4 receptor assay HIV CCR5 receptor assay Maraviroc resistance assay HIV Co-receptor Trophism assay

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

CCR

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Blood

Container Types:

EDTA

Adults Volume or Mass:

5 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Dedicated tube required. Specimens will only be accepted Monday to Thursdays (excluding public holidays). Note: Specimens received outside these days will be rejected and a recollection requested.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Must reach the testing laboratory within 48 hours of collection.

Assay Frequency:

Weekly

Additional Notes:

VIDRL Contact: (03)9342 9647 / (03) 9342 9648

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form

Printable Pathology Request Form

Order of Draw - Blood Samples