Price:
Rs. 11,025.00
Sample Type: Serum
Fasting Not Required
Booking Procedure:
- Technician from Metropolis will be assigned for a home sample collection after booking confirmation.
- Sample will be collected by our technician at your address at given slot.
- You can make the payment to the technician at the time of collection
- Your sample will then be transported to the nearest collection center and will be centrifuged before sending to the lab for processing.
- Soft copy reports will be sent to your email address within 24 to 48 hours or as per defined TAT for Tests.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
What does the HIV-2 Western Blot test include?
This test detects antibodies against defined HIV-2 proteins to confirm the presence of HIV-2 infection, as conducted at Metropolis Healthcare.
How does Metropolis Healthcare perform the HIV-2 Western Blot?
Metropolis Healthcare uses the Western Blot method to separate HIV-2 proteins and check whether the patient’s serum contains corresponding antibodies.
Who should undergo this test?
Anyone with a reactive HIV-2 screening result or when a clinician suspects HIV-2 infection is advised to take this confirmatory test at Metropolis Healthcare.
Is fasting needed for this test?
No fasting is required. A simple serum sample is adequate.
How accurate is the HIV-2 Western Blot at Metropolis Healthcare?
The test is highly specific, and Metropolis Healthcare follows strict validation protocols to ensure dependable results.
Can this test differentiate HIV-2 from HIV-1?
Yes. The Western Blot patterns differ, enabling Metropolis Healthcare to clearly distinguish HIV-2 antibodies from HIV-1.
How long does it take to get results?
Results are usually available within a few working days, depending on processing and verification steps at Metropolis Healthcare.
Is this test useful for early detection of HIV-2?
It is mainly used as a confirmatory test. For early or acute infection, Metropolis Healthcare may recommend additional tests such as antigen/antibody assays or HIV PCR based on clinical advice