HIVAgAb

HIV Screen - HIV Ag-Ab Multiplex

Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure: MBP0229A
CPT: 87389, 86701, 86702, 87390

Synonym(s):	HIV Screen
Requisition Form	G-2A
Test Description	The BioPlex 2200 HIV Ag-Ab assay is a multiplex flow immunoassay that is run on the fully automated BioPlex 2200 system. The assay methodology permits simultaneous detection and identification of anti-HIV-1, anti-HIV-2, and HIV-1 p24 antigen in a single reaction vessel.
Pre-Approval Needed	N/A
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Human
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Serum collected in SST or Red top tubes
Minimum Volume/Size Required	1.0 mL
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Store at 2°C to 8°C for up to 5 days. Store frozen at -20°C or colder for long term storage.
Transport Medium	N/A
Specimen Labeling	Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number) Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	Ship according to Dangerous Goods Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49. Handle as infectious agent using universal precautions. Triple contain in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents Additional forms & resources
Method	Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Turn-around Time	4 working days
Interferences/Limitations	Contaminated, icteric, lipemic, hemolyzed or heat inactivated sera may cause erroneous results and should be avoided.
Common Causes for Rejection	Insufficient quantity unacceptable specimen type or source improper shipping conditions expired media or collection container discrepancies between specimen label and submission form incomplete or missing submission form.
Additional Information	Specimens with a Reactive reaction will be tested in duplicate per CDC algorithm.