Test Code ZW83 HIV-1 RNA Qualitative TMA, CSF
Methodology
Transcriptio-Mediated Amplification (TMA)
The analytical performance characteristics of this assay have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. The modifications have not been cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Specimen Requirements
CSF: 1.6 mL Frozen
Specimen Processing:Using a sterile pipette aliquot from CSF collection tube to Red top Sterile Mayo transport tube. Ship CSF frozen.
Minimum Volume: 0.6 mL
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Specimen Stability:
Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days
Frozen: 35 days
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Infecticious Disease
Sent out to Mayo Medical Lab who then sends it to Quest Diagnostics
CPT Information
87535
TAT
Set up: Mon-Sat.
Takes 2 days to get to Quest.
4-9 days
Reference Ranges
Reference Range(s): Not detected