HIV-1 Proviral DNA PCR (Qualitative) | KK Women's and Children's Hospital

Specimen Container	EDTA tube
Specimen Requirement	Whole Blood EDTA 5 -10 mL
Specimen Storage/Transport	Refrigerate sample until transportation to SGH Lab. Do not freeze. Send sample in ice pack. Sample must reach the laboratory within 48 hours of collection.
Orderable as Urgent?	No
Turn Around Time	1 - 5 days
Reference Value(s)	-
Testing Laboratory Location	SGH
Laboratory	Molecular Diagnostics
Contact Number	6394 1352
Day and Time Performed	Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs - 1700 hrs Saturday: 0800 hrs - 1200 hrs Test setup every Tuesday and Friday (except public holidays)
Orderable on CPOE?	Yes
Downtime Form	Virology & Serology Tests

Change History Notes

22 Jul 2025 03:00 PM

Added image of ice pack.
08 Feb 2023 12:00 AM

Updated Laboratory.
03 Aug 2021 12:00 AM

Updated Specimen Storage / Transport, TAT, Day and Time Performed.

Last Updated - 22 Jul 2025