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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) referred pro-viral PCR
EPIC
HIV1 proviral DNA/RNA
Section
Virology
Clinical indications
HIV-1 DNA, Qualitative, PCR - HIV-1 DNA PCR is a sensitive method for detection of pro-viral DNA. It has been used in the management of perinatal HIV infection
Specimen requirement
5ml EDTA whole blood
Dispatch and handling instructions
Not applicable
Turnaround time
3 days
Synonym
HIV proviral
Is it IS0 15189 accredited?
Yes