Delayed Test

HIV-1 Antibody Confirmation by Western Blot (HIV1CO)

HIV-1 by Western Blot (HIV1CO) testing performed by CCL’s partnered reference laboratory is experiencing extended test delays caused by a nationwide shortage of testing kits.

These delays are anticipated to affect HIV1CO testing until February 2022.

Alternative Test

HIV-1/2 Antibody Confirmatory (HIV12M)

Test name:
HIV-1/2 Ab Confirmatory

Order code:
HIV12M

Specimen type:
Serum

Collection container:
Gold Serum Separation Tube (SST)

Alternative specimen type:
Plasma

Alternative collection container:
Lavender K₂EDTA Tube

Transport temperature:
Refrigerated