“HIV RNA PCR test” gives the earliest and most reliable information in the diagnosis of HIV. With this test, the genetic structure of the virus is reproduced and made measurable and identifiable. With this test, there is a chance to catch the HIV virus in the blood before antibodies are formed. HIV PCR test can detect the presence of virus in the blood approximately 10 days after suspected contact. From the 28th day, the sensitivity of the PCR test to detect the virus reaches a high rate of 98-100%.
The HIV RNA test is a highly sensitive PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test. It is studied in Microbiology laboratories specialized in the field.
It is a healthy assay method that makes the earliest diagnosis of HIV infection. The only finding that can be detected on the 10th day of suspected contact is HIV RNA positivity.
What is the difference of the HIV RNA Test?
The difference of this test from the others; It does not do antibody or antigen research like other tests, it directly investigates the HIV virus. With the HIV RNA test, the genetic structure of the HIV virus is replicated and the RNAs of the virus are brought to levels to be measured and detected.
The RNA of the virus can be detected in the blood between 9 and 11 days on average after the transmission of HIV infection. From the 28th day after the suspected intercourse, it makes a definitive diagnosis up to 100%. However, this method is much more expensive and difficult to apply compared to other tests. It is of great importance that it is applied by laboratory experts and staff experienced in PCR testing.
You can get detailed information by calling 444 7 522, our Istanbul Laboratories hotline, to get HIV RNA Test price information.
How to get your HIV RNA Test results:
- If you wish, an SMS will be sent to your mobile phone as soon as your HIV RNA Test result is received.
- If you wish, you can access your HIV RNA test result online with your personal password.
- If you wish, your HIV RNA test result will be sent to the e-mail address you specified during registration.
- If you wish, you can get your HIV RNA test results with a wet signature by coming to our branches.