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Test Code HIVS HIV 1&2 AG and AB Screen, Serum

Methodology

Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 2 mL of serum.

Note:  A signed consent form is required for processing.

Specimen Stability Information

 

Specimen Type

Temperature

Time

Serum

RT, spun

7 days

 

Refrigerated, spun

28 days

 

 

 

 

 

Reference Values

Non reactive (reported as Reactive or Non reactive)
Note:  HIV-1 and HIV-2 Antibody Confirmation and Differentiation will be performed at an additional charge if clinically indicated.

Reject Due To

 

Hemolysis

>500 mg/dL

Lipemia

>1500 mg/dL

Icterus

>60 mg/dL

Note:  A signed consent form is required for processing

Day(s) Test Set Up

Sunday - Saturday (7 days / week)

CPT Coding

87389

Secondary ID

HHA1562

Performing Laboratory

Huntsville Hospital Laboratory

LOINC Coding

Test name LOINC Code

HIV-1&2 AG and AB Screen, Serum

56888-1