Immunology & Virology Unit (IVU)

Dallas County Health and Human Services - 2377 N. Stemmons Freeway, Suite 017, Dallas, TX 75207
Telephone: (214) 819-1950
Email: PHLabInfo@dallascounty.org


The Immunology & Virology Unit offers diagnostic testing for infectious diseases using established molecular and serological methods. Our focus is on providing accurate and timely results that support public health.

Services & Capabilities

  • Testing for infectious agents such as HIV, Hepatitis C, Influenza, Syphilis, and other pathogens.
  • Utilizing proven molecular techniques and serological assays.
  • Strict adherence to quality control and CLIA standards per our Client Services Manual.
  • Efficient specimen handling and communication to ensure reliable test outcomes.

Test Menu Highlights

  • Treponema pallidum Antibodies & Particle Agglutination (TP-PA)
  • Rapid Plasma Reagin (RPR) – Qualitative & Quantitative (Titer)
  • HIV-1 and HIV-2 Ag/Ab Diagnostic Screening (5th Generation)
  • HIV Differentiation and Confirmation
  • HIV-1 NAAT for early detection
  • Viral Culture for Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
  • SARS-CoV-2 & Influenza A/B via RT-PCR
  • Hepatitis C Virus Antibodies and NAAT
 

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