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HelpTest Code HVINTA HIV Integrase Resistance Assay
Additional Codes
HVINTA
Clinical System Name
HIV Integrase Resistance Assay
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Lavender/EDTA, Red Top, Gold SST
Container(s): Whole Blood
Preferred Vol: 6 mL
Minimum Vol: 4 mL
Note: Specimen needs to be processed within 24 hours.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -70C
Storage location: Spin and aliquot serum/plasma. Deliver tube to SO -70 C freezer.
Off-site collection: Spin and aliquot serum/plasma and transport on dry ice.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood | Room temp | 24 h |
| Refrigerated | N | |
| Frozen | N | |
| Serum/Plasma | Room Temp | N |
| Refrigerated | N | |
| Frozen | Y |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | T | 14-21 days |
Performing Laboratory
UW Virology Lab
Department
Department: UW Virology Lab 1616 Eastlake, Suite 320, Seattle, WA 206-685-8037
Phone Number: (206) 685-6066
CPT Codes
87906
Methodology
Method:
Analytical Volume:
Limitations:
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | HIV Integrase Resistance Assay |
| Reference Test Number: | HVINTA |
| Instructions: | Send out M – F with the UW/HMC courier. Keep a copy of the batch sheet for send-out records. |