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HIV-1 Phenosense Integrase
PhenoSense Integrase Phenotypic Test
HIV Phenotype, Raltegravir
Human Immunodeficiency Virus Type 1 Raltegravir Phenotype
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Test Overview
Characterize Isentress® (raltegravir) - resistant viruses in patients with treatment failures.
Interpretive report provided. Includes drug resistance information for integrase inhibitors.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in a lavender top tube. This test may be requested only by Infectious Disease Service clinicians. All others must obtain prior approval from the Virology Laboratory Director.
Collect specimen in a lavender top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot plasma into a screw cap plastic vial and freeze within 6 hours of collection.