Test Code HIVc HIV Antibody/Antigen Combo Screen
EPIC Test ID
12311485
Collection Requirements
Collect 2 full Lav EDTA tubes. Spin and separate within 2 hours of collection. Serum is acceptable as an alternate specimen but if supplemental testing is indicated, Lav EDTA tubes will need to be collected
Shipping and Handling Instructions
Assay immediately. If testing cannot be performed immediately, EDTA plasma should separated from cells, poured off and refrigerated until testing can be performed (not to exceed 7 days)
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Source
Blood, Capillary
Blood, Central Line
Blood, Venous
Specimen Tube Description
WMH Hospital Lab: PURPLE TOP-EDTA
BGH Hospital Lab: PURPLE TOP-EDTA
Performing lab
United Health Services Laboratories
Section
BGH Chemistry
WMH Chemistry
CPT Code
87389
Loinc
56888-1
EAP
LAB3294