HIV RNA QUANTITATIVE REAL TIME PCR Test
Cost: AED 1000.0
Test Name: HIV RNA QUANTITATIVE REAL TIME PCR Test
Components:
- Price: 1000.0 AED
- Sample Condition: 3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes. Separate plasma aseptically within 2 hours of collection. Ship refrigerated or frozen. 12 hours fasting is recommended.
- Report Delivery: Sample Wed / Sat by 11 am; Report Fri / Tue
- Method: Real Time RT-PCR
- Test type: AIDS
- Doctor: Physician
- Test Department: MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS
- Pre Test Information: 12 hours fasting is recommended.
Test Details
The HIV RNA quantitative real-time PCR test is a diagnostic test used to measure the amount of HIV RNA (ribonucleic acid) in the blood. This test is commonly used to monitor the progression of HIV infection and the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy.
During the test, a blood sample is collected and processed in a laboratory. The sample is then subjected to a real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique, which amplifies the HIV RNA present in the blood. This amplification allows for the detection and quantification of the virus. The test results are reported as the number of copies of HIV RNA per milliliter of blood.
A higher viral load (higher number of copies) indicates a greater amount of active HIV replication in the body, while a lower viral load suggests effective viral suppression.
The HIV RNA quantitative real-time PCR test is typically recommended for individuals with suspected acute HIV infection, individuals starting or changing antiretroviral therapy, and individuals experiencing treatment failure or virologic rebound. It is an important tool in managing HIV infection and guiding treatment decisions.
Test Name | HIV RNA QUANTITATIVE REAL TIME PCR Test |
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Components | |
Price | 1000.0 AED |
Sample Condition | 3 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 2 Lavender Top (EDTA) tubes. Separate plasma aseptically within 2 hours of collection. Ship refrigerated or frozen. 12 hours fasting is recommended. |
Report Delivery | SampleWed / Sat by 11 am; Report Fri / Tue |
Method | Real Time RT-PCR |
Test type | AIDS |
Doctor | Physician |
Test Department: | MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS |
Pre Test Information | 12 hours fasting is recommended. |
Test Details | The HIV RNA quantitative real-time PCR test is a diagnostic test used to measure the amount of HIV RNA (ribonucleic acid) in the blood. This test is commonly used to monitor the progression of HIV infection and the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy. During the test, a blood sample is collected and processed in a laboratory. The sample is then subjected to a real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) technique, which amplifies the HIV RNA present in the blood. This amplification allows for the detection and quantification of the virus. The test results are reported as the number of copies of HIV RNA per milliliter of blood. A higher viral load (higher number of copies) indicates a greater amount of active HIV replication in the body, while a lower viral load suggests effective viral suppression. The HIV RNA quantitative real-time PCR test is typically recommended for individuals with suspected acute HIV infection, individuals starting or changing antiretroviral therapy, and individuals experiencing treatment failure or virologic rebound. It is an important tool in managing HIV infection and guiding treatment decisions. |