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The HIV Viral Load Test measures how much HIV is in a sample of your blood. It is also called an HIV RNA PCR, HIV 1 RNA quantitative test, or viral load PCR. If you need this checked, you can book at participating labs on LabFinder and pick a time that works for you.
You may also hear HIV nucleic acid test or HIV RNA PCR. This test counts the number of copies of the virus in your blood. It helps your care team see how well treatment is working or if more follow up is needed.
Common reasons: starting HIV care to set a baseline, checking how treatment is working, looking into a change in medicines, new symptoms that worry your doctor, or follow up after a possible recent exposure as advised by your provider.
You will check in and show your ID. A staff member will place a small needle in your arm to draw blood. The draw itself takes only a few minutes. Plan for about 10 to 25 minutes at the site from start to finish.
Yes, this is a quick, routine blood draw and is considered very safe. You might feel a quick pinch, notice a small bruise, or feel a little lightheaded for a moment afterward, but those effects usually fade quickly. Be sure to tell the staff if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder, or if you have fainted during blood draws before. They will take extra care to keep you comfortable.
Stay hydrated: drink water before your visit. Keep usual meds: take your medicines unless your doctor says otherwise. Avoid hard workouts right before: rest for a few hours before your draw. Share timing details: tell the team if you recently started or changed HIV meds, had vaccines, or were ill. Always follow any instructions from your doctor or the center and bring prior results if you have them.
Tracking how well HIV treatment works, checking for treatment failure, possible acute or recent HIV infection, risk for infections when the immune system is weak, pregnancy care for someone with HIV, and planning or adjusting therapy. Results are read in context. Your doctor will review your numbers along with your history and symptoms before suggesting next steps.
On LabFinder you can compare locations, see time slots, and book online at participating labs. It is easy to search for a convenient location in your area or by city or ZIP. Coverage varies by plan and provider, so please confirm costs with your insurance or the lab before your visit.
Book on LabFinder: find a lab today on our lab finder and request a test doctor guided.
The information on this page and throughout the LabFinder website and mobile app is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to serve as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. For personalized medical advice or specific health concerns, please consult your healthcare provider directly.
Booking a HIV Viral Load Test is easy using LabFinder. Just choose your location and enter your insurance information to find the closest HIV Viral Load Test near you.
To make a same-day appointment for a HIV Viral Load Test, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest HIV Viral Load Test location near you. If there's availability for a same-day appointment at a nearby lab location, then you will be able to book it easily through LabFinder.
LabFinder allows you to easily schedule a HIV Viral Load Test. You can search by location and insurance to easily book a HIV Viral Load Test near you.
LabFinder allows you to easily make an appointment for a HIV Viral Load Test online. To make an appointment for a HIV Viral Load Test online, just choose your location and your insurance information to find the closest HIV Viral Load Test near you.
Yes, you can get a HIV Viral Load Test without insurance. LabFinder allows you to search and select "Self-Pay" when booking a HIV Viral Load Test. While pricing for the test may not be immediately available, please check by calling the lab company directly for pricing.
