Factors influencing the high rejection rates of HIV 1/2 serology samples at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital and the cost implications.
Bhaveshan ReddyNaseem CassimFlorette Kathleen TreurnichtZinhle MakatiniPublished in: Southern African journal of HIV medicine (2022)
High RR of HIV tests were noted, resulting in significant cost wastage. Identification and analysis of rejections must be implemented across all laboratories to improve the efficiency of testing, provide a cost-saving benefit and maintain high laboratory standards.