Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Synonyms
HIV Viral Load
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB01351
Lab Test Days
Monday-Wednesday, Friday, Saturday
Standard TAT
2-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
2-6 mL Blood
Container Type
Lavender (EDTA)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: Unacceptable; Refrigerated: 6 Days; Frozen: 84 Days
Rejection Criteria
Received room temp
Test Volume Required
3 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
1 mL Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma within 24 hours of collection. Do not freeze whole blood.
CPT Codes
87536
Revised
09-27-22