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HelpTest ID FHV2Q HIV-2 DNA/RNA Qualitative Real-Time PCR
Specimen Required
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: EDTA Tube Â
Specimen Volume: 1mL
Collection Instructions: Collect 1 mL (lavender-top) EDTA whole blood. Ship refrigerate.
Method Name
Real - Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Reporting Name
HIV-2 DNA/RNA Qualitative RT-PCRSpecimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Reference Range: Not Detected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
87538
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FHV2Q | HIV-2 DNA/RNA Qualitative RT-PCR | Unable to Verify |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0711 | HIV-2 DNA/RNA | 25841-8 |