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Human Immunodeficiency Virus proviral DNA by PCR

Source Blood
Mnemonic HIVPCR 
Specimen Requirements 2 x 4 mL lavender top EDTA tubes 

Pediatric: 2 mL
Specimen Handling
Additional Information Ordering physician MUST consult Provincial Lab Virologist on call at 403-944-1200 prior to specimen collection.

Refer to Provincial Laboratory Guide to Services http://www.provlab.ab.ca/guide-to-services.pdf.


CLS Staff: collect specimen and forward to Provincial Lab, who will confirm approval has been obtained before testing.  Requisition must accompany specimen to Provincial Lab.
Testing Location Provincial Laboratory
Testing Frequency
Alternate Name(s) HIV proviral DNA by PCR
Reference Interval