Serological screening test for detection of specific antibodies or antigens to diagnose HIV-1 and HIV-2 infection. Positive tests will be confirmed by the laboratory and therefore turnaround times may be increased.
Tube
Red top, black ring. Serum sample
ID
3718
Availability
Urgent out of hours requests must be discussed with on call virologist with the exception of organ donation samples & late pregnancy booking samples which are available 24/7 -contact laboratory.
Turn around
4 days
Send to
LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con
Min volume 4ml
IP Routine TAT
4 days
GP Routine TAT
4 days