Category: MOLECULAR CLINICAL PATHOLOGY (PK) | Code: K6204
HIV-1 RNA, RT-PCR
Function
This test measures HIV viral load in patients who have been previously diagnosed with HIV. This examination helps in monitoring therapy.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday-Saturday < 10 am | 2 weeks | Blood EDTA, 3 tab @ 3 mL | Blood EDTA, 6 mL | > 6 days, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Confirm before referring
Method
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Score Reference
HIV-1 RNA, QN, PCR: Not detected copies/mL HIV-1 RNA, QN, PCR: Not detected Log copies/mL