3283. PCR. HIV-1 (HIV-1 RNA, blood, Abbott, quantitative determination, Real-time)

Turnaround time (days): 10

7120 ₴

Important information

*Attention! To conduct the research, you must present the original identity document (passport of a citizen of Ukraine (internal passport), passport for travel abroad (international passport), driver's license, identity confirmation in the "Diia" mobile application). The research can also be carried out anonymously — without providing an identity document.If the order is for a child under 14 years old, the presence of a legal representative (parent/guardian) is mandatory in the laboratory department, along with the child's birth certificate and the identity document of one of the parents or a guardian.

*You can get results only at the laboratory center where you take this test.

Description

Real-time PCR testing detects and quantifies the number of copies of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) RNA in a venous blood sample. The test assesses viral load, or the activity of the virus in the body, which is critical for monitoring the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy (ART).

When and who needs the test?

To confirm the diagnosis in individuals in the serological window period when antibodies to the virus are undetectable.
Before initiating antiretroviral therapy, to determine the baseline viral load.
If drug resistance is suspected during antiretroviral therapy.

Biological material

Venous blood

Preparing for a blood test

In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:

an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach;
6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...

3283. PCR. HIV-1 (HIV-1 RNA, blood, Abbott, quantitative determination, Real-time)

7120 ₴