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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) real time PCR
EPIC
HIV PCR/ Viral load
Section
Virology
Clinical indications
Quantitative/ qualitative detection of and monitoring of HIV RNA viral loads
Specimen requirement
5ml EDTA whole blood
Dispatch and handling instructions
Ensure sample reaches laboratory within 24 hours after collection
Turnaround time
48 hours
Synonym
HIV PCR
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes