HIV - Drug Resistance

Test Name HIV - Drug Resistance 
Alternate Name(s)  
Laboratory Module LAB
Ordering Mnemonic HIV DR
Specimen Type

EDTA Plasma

Collection Container Lavendar
Container Information
Lavender TubeLavender TubeMicro-Lavender TubeMicro-Lavender Tube
Collection Information Specimen MUST be spun and plasma frozen
Test Schedule

Monday thru Friday (send-out test)

Routine Turnaround Time 7 days
Stat Turnaround Time 2 day
Reference Interval  
Critical Values  
Lab Process Notes HIV Drug Resistance Form must be completed
Storage and Transport Store frozen and transport on ice packs
Test Referred To
Offsite, Reference Lab

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