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HelpTest Code 0202994 HIV 1/2 Antigen/Antibody
Methodology
Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA)
Performing Laboratory
Alomere Health Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: EDTA Plasma
Collection Container/Tube:
Plasma: Lavender top (EDTA)
Centrifuge and aliquot within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes
Specimen Volume: 2.0 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
Nonreactive. HIV-1 p24 antigen and HIV-1/HIV-2 antibodies not detected (reported as nonreactive, reactive or equivocal).
Reflex Information
If HIV 1/2 Ag/Ab is reactive, it will be reported as "Reactive" and referred to Mayo Medical Laboratories for repeat and confirmation, if appropriate, at an additional charge.
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday