| EX0889 HEPATITIS G VIRUS (HGV) RNA DETECTION PCR |
| Specimen: |
4 mL (2 mL min.) plasma from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube. Separate plasma aseptically within 2 hours of collection. Ship refrigerated or frozen. |
| Stability: |
| Room |
Refrigerated |
Frozen |
| NA |
1 week |
4 weeks |
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| Method: |
PCR |
| Comment: |
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| Report: |
Contact us to know the TAT. |
| Usage: |
Infection with Hepatitis G Virus (HGV) / GB Virus C is seen in 50% of patients with HIV infection. There is data to suggest that HIV patients co-infected with HGV have a decreased rate of progression to AIDS. HGV produces similar liver injury to HCV but is less severe. |
| Doctor Specialty: |
Physician, Gastroenterologist |
| Disease: |
Disorders of Liver |
| Components: |
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| Courier Charges: |
0.00 |
| Home Collection: |
Available (*T&C Apply) |
| Department: |
MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS |
| Pre Test Information: |
12 hours of fasting is recommended. |
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