Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Synonyms
HIV1
Specimen Type
CSF
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday
Standard TAT
2-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1.1-3 mL CSF
Container Type
Sterile Container
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 6 Days; Frozen: 42 Days
Rejection Criteria
Specimens collected using heparin as anticoagulant; Leaking; Uncapped or broken containers
Test Volume Required
3 mL CSF
Minimum Test Volume
1.1 mL CSF
CPT Codes
87536
Revised
09-27-22