HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). HIV is a contagious disease that may spread when the blood and bodily fluids of an infected person come into contact with broken skin or mucous membranes of an uninfected person.
The HIV-1 Antibodies test is appropriate for exposure at least 6 months prior to testing.
Abnormal results may require further evaluation by your physician.
HIV 1/2 Antigen and Antibodies, Fourth Generation with confirmation testing on repeatedly reactive results.
Alternative Name(s)
Fourth Generation HIV
4th Generation HIV
Note: Confirmation testing is performed on reactive results only if initial values fall within a designated range requiring additional confirmation.
If HIV Antigen and Antibody, 4th Generation Screen is Repeatedly Reactive, HIV-1/2 Antibody Differentiation will be performed
If HIV-1/2 Antibody Differentiation is Indeterminate or Negative, HIV-1 RNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR will be performed
No fasting required.
Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1/O/2 (HIV-1/O/2) Antigen/Antibody (Fourth Generation) (LabCorp)Same day lab order delivery
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome). HIV is a contagious disease that may spread when the blood and bodily fluids of an infected person come into contact with broken skin or mucous membranes of an uninfected person.
The 4th Generation HIV-1 test is appropriate for exposure at least 6 months prior to testing.
Abnormal results may require further evaluation by your physician.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus 1/O/2 (HIV-1/O/2) Antigen/Antibody (Fourth Generation) Preliminary Test With Cascade Reflex to Supplementary Testing when Antibody test is reactive.
This test may exhibit interference when sample is collected from a person who is consuming a supplement with a high dose of biotin (also termed as vitamin B7 or B8, vitamin H or coenzyme R). It is recommended to stop biotin consumption at least 72 hours prior to the collection of specimen. Estimated turnaround for results is 3 business days. If confirmation testing is required, the estimated time may be extended.
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