Test Overview
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
To detect presence of HIV-1 p24 antigen and HIV-1/2/O antibodies which have been associated with AIDS. The performance of this assay has not been established with cord blood, neonatal specimens, cadaver specimens, heat-inactivated samples or body fluids other than serum.
Non-Reactive.
Reactive results are repeated for verification; repeatable specimens are sent out for HIV Differentiation Confirmatory testing.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
4 hours
STAT requests for this test will be performed on a STAT basis (supervisory staff approval is not required).
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in an SST or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
Additional Information
By ordering this test the clinician acknowledges that informed consent has been obtained from the patient as required by applicable state and federal laws. All reactive, repeatable specimens are sent out for confirmation testing (HV12C) that includes repeat screen with reflexed HIV-1/2 antibody differentiation and HIV-1 nucleic acid testing, all at an additional charge. By ordering this test the clinical acknowledges that additional reflex testing will be performed and billed at the separate additional charge, if indicated.