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HelpTest Code HIVS HIV 1&2 AG and AB Screen, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
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 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
>500 mg/dL |
|
Lipemia |
>1500 mg/dL |
|
Icterus |
>60 mg/dL |
Note: A signed consent form is required for processing
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.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Sunday - Saturday (7 days / week)
CPT Coding
87389
Secondary ID
HHA1562
LOINC Coding
| Test name | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
|
HIV-1&2 AG and AB Screen, Serum |
56888-1 |
Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence immunoassay (ECLIA)