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HelpTest Code FHTL HTLV I/II DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Lavender-top (EDTA)
Acceptable: Yellow top (ACD, solution A)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Â Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s), or yellow-top (ACD solution A) tube(s). Send 1 mL EDTA or ACD whole blood refrigerate.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Reporting Name
HTLV-I/II DNA, Qual Real-Time PCRSpecimen Type
Whole bloodSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whole blood | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days | ||
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | Mild Reject; Gross Reject |
| Other reasons for rejection | Heparin anticoagulant |
Reference Values
Reference Range: Not Detected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
87798 x 2