HIV Viral Load PCR Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
Advanced quantitative PCR test to monitor HIV treatment effectiveness, aiming for an 'undetectable' status to maintain your health and prevent transmission to others.
Scientific name: HIV-1 Viral Load (Quantitative PCR)
The HIV-1 RNA quantitative PCR test is a highly sensitive molecular test. It measures the number of viral RNA copies per milliliter of plasma, known as the viral load. It is primarily used to diagnose very early infections (before antibodies appear) and to monitor a patient's response to antiretroviral therapy.
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Accurate and quantitative analysis to measure HIV-1 ribonucleic acid (RNA) in blood plasma using advanced PCR technology.
- Consultation for interpretation of complex results and follow-up with an infectious disease specialist.
- Personal support services from Halak.
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, and the sample can be taken at any time of day.
- It is important to inform the doctor and the laboratory about all HIV medications the patient is taking, and the timing of the last dose.
- The sample must be collected in a special tube (EDTA for plasma) and processed rapidly (plasma separation within 6 hours of collection) to preserve the stability of the viral RNA. Advance arrangements with the laboratory are recommended.
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