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Test Code HIV1D / 8401-Q HIV-1 DNA QUALITATIVE PCR

Additional Codes

Software Test Code
SoftID                                                  HIV1D                                                                   
EPIC LAB20158
Quest Diagnostics 8401-Q

Performing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics

Useful For

Detecting pro-viral DNA

Method Name

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Reference Values

Not Detected

Days and Times Test Performed

Tuesday through Saturday

Report Available

2 Days

Specimen Type

Whole Blood

Preferred Container

Lavender Top Tube (EDTA)

Preferred Volume

Whole Blood: 1 mL (Lavender Top Tube (EDTA))

Specimen Collection and Handling

1. Send refrigerated whole blood.

2. Do not freeze sample.

Add On Capable

Not Permitted

Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements

No ABN Required

CPT Code Information

CPT Code

CPT Description

CPT Disclaimer

87535 Infectious Agent Detection by Nucleic Acid (DNA or RNA), HIV-1, Direct Probe Techninque, Includes Reverse Transcription when Performed  

Performing Laboratory Location

Quest Diagnostics

Clinical Significance

It has been used in the management of perinatal HIV infection. HIV-1 RNA has recently been confirmed equally as sensitive and specific for this purpose.