HIV Types 1 & 2 (HIV-1/HIV-2) Ab Screen
Test Code
HIVSC
Description
Collect
Lavender Top EDTA Plasma.
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.1 mL serum
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Frozen. Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container on dry ice.
Stability
Stability after cell separation:
3 days at RT (15-25°C)
7 days refrigerated at 2-8°C
> 7 days frozen at ≤ -20°C
(5 thaw cycles only)
Performed
Monday - Friday
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Magnetic Immunoassay (CLIA)
Turnaround Time
4 hour routine, 1 hour STAT
Department
Core Lab
Synonyms
(HIV Types 1 & 2 (HIV-1/HIV-2) Ab)
Reference Interval
Nonreactive
CPT Code
86703