HIV Serology


Test Information

Test Name

HIV Serology

Synonyms

HIV Ab; HIV Ag; HIV Screen; HIV Rapid; NZAF rapid test for HIV - p24 antigen; acquired immuno deficiency sydrome; AIDS

Department

Immunology

Price

$25.00

Price Disclaimer

Many services are free for eligible patients. A minimum charge may apply. Prices listed are for unfunded, individual, requests. Please contact us for commercial testing.

Preferred Specimen

Extra SST

Testing Location

PLW

Turn Around Time

3 Days

Clinical Update

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Collection Information

Patient Requestable

No

Availability

HIV is not available as a self-requested test

Preparation

PLEASE NOTE HIV SEROLOGY TEST DOES NOT INCLUDE HIV VIRAL LOAD


Processing Information

Registration Code

HIV

Notes

All infectious serology requests will require accompanying clinical details in order for testing to proceed. Exceptions:

  • Hepatitis Foundation screening protocols
  • Haemodialysis screening protocols
  • Antenatal screens
  • Immigrations medicals
  • Prisoners (Hepatitis B, C and HIV only)
  • Sexual Health Clinics/Screens (Syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B & C only)

Methodology

Sample Storage

Fridge

Sample Stability

1 week

Interpretations

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