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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB878
Epic Description: HIV RNA, QUANTITATIVE, PCR
Synonym
HIV Viral Load
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
2 – Lavender, EDTA |
6.0 mL | 5.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
Plasma EDTA: Frozen 84 days
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Aliquot plasma within 2 hours of collection and ship aliquoted sample.
Separated plasma may be stored at 2°C to 8°C for 3 days or -20°C to -80°C for 6 weeks. The plasma sample can be frozen/thawed up to 5 times.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 3.0 mL
Minimum 2.5 mL
Performing Lab
Ochsner Molecular Microbiology Lab
CSR Storage Requirements
Aliquot plasma within 2 hours of collection and ship aliquoted sample.
Separated plasma may be stored at 2°C to 8°C for 3 days or -20°C to -80°C for 6 weeks. The plasma sample can be frozen/thawed up to 5 times.
Assay Frequency
Monday-Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.
CPT Code Information
87536