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HelpTest Code LAB0202994 HIV 1/2 Ab/HIV 1/2 Ag
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| EPIC Test Codes | |
|---|---|
| LAB0202994 | HIV 1/2 AB/HIV 1/2 AG |
Reporting Title
HIV 1/2 Ab/HIV 1/2 Ag
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
Rice Memorial Hospital
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: EDTA Plasma preferred (required for confirmation testing), Serum
Container/Tube: Plastic EDTA tube, Clot, plain, activator or gel separator
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.8 mL
Additional Information: Grossly hemolyzed samples are not acceptable.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (preferred) up to 7 days/Ambient up to 3 days/Frozen up to 6 months
Reference Values
Non-Reactive
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
*Will run STAT if ordered for exposure protocol*
CPT Coding
87389
Reflex of reactive specimens referred to Mayo Medical Laboratories, Unit code HVDIP (EDTA plasma) and billed appropriately. CPT 86701 and 86702.