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Alternate Names
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HIV PCR, HIV Quantitation |
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Test Code
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HIVVL |
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Testing Laboratory
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Molecular Diagnostics - Infectious |
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Specimen Type
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Container Type
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9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
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Medicare Rebate
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Out of Pocket Costs
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None |
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Ordering Information
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Patient must be seropositive for this test to be performed. Viral load measurements are primarily used for monitoring the response to HIV treatment. |
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Collection Instructions
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Please collect 1 x DEDICATED 9mL EDTA tube. |
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Transport Instructions
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Transport ambient at room temperature |
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Storage Instructions
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Store refrigerated at 4°C |
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Testing Frequency
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Daily |
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Min Test Volume
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5mL |
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Add On Test Suitability
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Add ons for this test cannot be performed. |
