Blood Test
HIV 1 Viral Load Test in Pune
Book the HIV 1 Viral Load test in Pune with Pathofast Lab priced at Rs.4100. Book online for free home sample collection.
Rs.4100
Fasting
Not required
Reports in
4 days
Sample
Blood (plasma)
What this test checks
This blood test will tell us whether HIV virus is present in your blood and how much virus is there. This helps doctors find out if HIV treatment is working and adjust medicines for symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and infections.
How the test is done
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How to prepare for this test
Fasting: not required. Take your usual medications unless your doctor says otherwise.
2
How is the sample collected
A technician draws blood from your arm, takes under 5 minutes.
3
How to receive reports
Reports are ready in 4 days. Doctor-verified results sent via WhatsApp and email. For a hard copy, visit the lab.
What your report will show
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HIV 1 Viral Load
Amount of HIV virus in your blood. Measured by PCR method, reported in copies/ml. High levels mean virus is active and treatment may need changes.
Normal Range
Not Detected
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Log Value
Mathematical conversion of viral load count. Measured by PCR analysis, reported in log units. Makes it easier to track big changes in virus levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — across Pune including Aundh, Baner, Viman Nagar, Kalyani Nagar, Koregaon Park, Camp, Kharadi, Undri, NIBM, Pimpri-Chinchwad. Slots 7am-2pm.
No, this test monitors virus levels in people already diagnosed with HIV. It helps doctors see if treatment is working, not for initial HIV diagnosis.
Undetectable means the test found less than 40 copies of virus per ml of blood. This shows HIV treatment is working very well.
Pathofast Lab, Pune
Pathology lab in Camp, est. 2018 · Headed by Dr. Bhargav Raut (MBBS, DCP)
We come to you
Available across Pune — Aundh, Baner, Viman Nagar, Kalyani Nagar, Camp, Kharadi, Undri, NIBM, Pimpri-Chinchwad, and more. Slots from 7 am – 2 pm.
Quick and painless
A trained phlebotomist visits your home. The blood draw takes under 5 minutes using sterile, single-use equipment.
Results on your phone
Doctor-verified reports sent via WhatsApp, email, or downloadable from our portal — usually within the same day.