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

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Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction

HIV-1 RNA, QN, PCR: Not detected copies/mL HIV-1 RNA, QN, PCR: Not detected Log copies/mL