HIV 1/2 DBS

General Information

Name	Information
Code:	H045
Test Name, Short:	HIV 1, HIV 2, HIV- DBS
A.K.A.:	HIV 1, HIV 2, HIV- DBSb
Matrix:	Dried Blood Spot (DBS)
Turnaround Time:	Daily
Analytical Method:	Immunoassay
Reportable - Test Results Type:	Qualitative
Units - Conventional:	COI

Specimen Information

Name	Information
Min. Volume:	4-6 drops Fingerstick blood
Rejection Criteria:	• Quantity not sufficient, i.e. blood drops do not fill Whatman card • Clotted specimen due to prolonged collection • Blood drop placement outside the collection square • Over saturation of blood Or Improper labeling of card
Collection Instructions:	See instructions
Container:	Dried blood spot on Whatman card
Shipping Temperature:	Ambient