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HelpTest Code HIVGN HIV-1 Genotyping PR and RT Sequencing
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2599
Epic Description: HIV-1 GENOTYPR PLUS
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
1 - Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen; separate plasma from cells within 24 hours. Send 2.0 mL of plasma in a screw capped plastic vial. Dedicated specimens are required. Freeze immediately! Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 0.6 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Medical Labs, Referral code: HIVG
Assay Frequency
Daily
Routine Turnaround Time
4 - 9 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen; separate plasma from cells within 24 hours. Aliquot 2.0 mL of plasma in a screw capped plastic vial. Dedicated specimens are required (do not share aliquot with any other test). Freeze immediately!
CPT Code Information
87901