Aptima was more sensitive than COBAS Ampliprep TaqMan HIV-1 version 2.0 (CAP/CTM).
In seroconversion panels Aptima detected HIV earlier than antigen/antibody tests.
Diagnostic agreement was 100% with Procleix® Ultrio Elite™ blood screening assay.
Viral load measurements in Aptima showed good agreement with CAP/CTM.
Aptima demonstrated equivalent subtype quantification and good precision.