Medical Condition

HIV Infection

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. If not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). There is currently no effective cure, but it can be controlled with medication.

Common Symptoms

  • Fever
  • Fatigue
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Skin rash
  • Sore throat

Clinical Sources

Diagnostic Lab Tests

Tests commonly used to diagnose or monitor HIV Infection:

CD8 Absolute Count

CD8+ T-lymphocytes, or cytotoxic T-cells, are vital for the immune response against intrac...

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CD4 Percentage

The CD4 Percentage measures the proportion of lymphocytes that are CD4+ T-helper cells. Wi...

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CD4+ Absolute Count

The CD4+ Absolute Count calculates the total number of T-helper lymphocytes per microliter...

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CD4 Count

The CD4 count is a test that measures the number of CD4 T-lymphocytes (helper T cells) in ...

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Total Lymphocyte Count

The Total Lymphocyte Count (TLC) measures the absolute number of lymphocytes (T-cells, B-c...

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CD4+ Percentage

The CD4+ percentage represents the proportion of total lymphocytes that are T-helper cells...

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CD3, CD4 & CD8 Count

The CD3, CD4, and CD8 panel measures the specific subsets of T-lymphocytes in the blood. C...

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CD4 & CD8 Count

This test measures the number of CD4 and CD8 T-lymphocytes in the blood. CD4 cells, often ...

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HIV Viral Load

The HIV Viral Load test measures the amount of HIV-1 RNA (genetic material) in the blood. ...

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CD4/CD8 Ratio

The CD4/CD8 ratio is a calculated value measuring the balance between T-helper cells (CD4)...

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HIV RNA PCR

The HIV RNA PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test, often called a 'Viral Load' test, is a m...

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H.I.V. ELISA

The HIV ELISA (Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay) is a screening test designed to detect a...

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