Diagnostic test
HIV-1, RNA QUALITATIVE PCR
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What does HIV-1, RNA QUALITATIVE PCR measure?
This test detects HIV-1 genetic material (RNA) in the blood using polymerase chain reaction (PCR). It may be used to help identify HIV-1 infection, including early infection before antibodies are detectable, or to evaluate suspected infection when other test results are unclear. Results should be interpreted by a healthcare professional along with symptoms, exposure history, and other HIV tests.
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