HIV 1 Viral load Test in Pune

What is HIV 1 Viral load Test

The HIV 1 Viral load test is a blood test that measures the amount of HIV virus in a persons blood. It is performed using a technique called polymerase chain reaction (PCR) which amplifies the viral RNA to detectable levels. The test helps to monitor the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy and predict the progression of the disease. The results are reported as the number of copies of viral RNA per milliliter of blood.

Who should do this test?

Individuals who have been diagnosed with HIV and are undergoing antiretroviral therapy (ART).

• Individuals who have been recently diagnosed with HIV and have not yet started ART.
• Pregnant women living with HIV to assess the risk of mother-to-child transmission.

What to do if the test is abnormal?

• The first thing a person should do if their HIV 1 viral load test comes back abnormal is to schedule an appointment with their healthcare provider. The healthcare provider will be able to explain the results and provide a proper diagnosis.
• Depending on the severity of the abnormality, the healthcare provider may suggest starting or adjusting antiretroviral therapy (ART) to suppress the virus and prevent further damage to the immune system.
• The person should also take steps to protect themselves and others from transmitting the virus by practicing safe sex, using condoms, and avoiding sharing needles or other injection equipment. They should also inform their sexual partners and any individuals with whom they have shared needles or injection equipment about their HIV status.

In which diseases is HIV 1 Viral load Test abnormal?

AIDS

HIV-related neoplasms

Cardiovascular diseases

Liver diseases

Renal diseases

Neurological diseases

Lung diseases

Cancer

What is the normal range of - HIV 1 Viral load Test

How to book HIV 1 Viral load Test in Pune?

Book a free home visit in Pune online, call our lab at 020 49304930 or get in touch using Watsapp.

Pathofast offers HIV 1 Viral load Test at our center in Manisha Terrace, Moledina Road, Pune, Camp, India

Our diagnostic center in Pune and pathology lab in Pune, is known for its exceptional hygiene, polite staff and quick reports

Our Pune Center, is located close to the railway station and the Swargate Central Bus Depot, as well as the new Metro Lines

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Near which locations or areas of Pune is HIV 1 Viral load Test available?

Pathofast offers lab test service for HIV 1 Viral load Test near : Camp, Koregaon Park, Kalyani Nagar, Viman Nagar, Aundh, Baner, FC Road, Tilak Road, Ravet, Aundh, Pimpri Chinchwad, Nagar Road, Dhole Patil Road.

What are the Advantages of choosing a lab near you for blood test services?

• Choosing a nearby lab reduces the time it takes for the sample to be transported
• This leads to reduced sample deterioration.
• While most patients are unaware, blood samples must be transported under strictly controlled temperature, and choosing a lab near you makes this easier to achieve.
• Even if the lab does not adhere to temperature control, the time spent between sample collection and analysis reduces and this is more likely to produce more accurate results