# Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus 1, 2 (HTLV-1/HTLV-2), Qualitative

> This test detects antibodies to Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus types 1 and 2 (HTLV-1 and HTLV-2) in your blood. It helps show whether you have been infected with these viruses, which target the immune system and can be spread through blood or sexual contact. This screening is useful for evaluating the cause of certain rare blood cancers or nerve disorders and is standard for blood donation safety. However, a positive result only indicates exposure to the virus and does not confirm that you currently have an active disease or will develop symptoms in the future.

- Labcorp code: 163246
- Category: [Infections](https://app.picardo.health/labs/tests/infections.md)
- Price: shown at checkout, before payment.
- Blood draw: free at a Labcorp location, or $75.00 at home.
- Order link: https://app.picardo.health/labs/order?tests=163246&ref=assistant

## About ordering

A licensed physician reviews every order before any test is run, and results arrive in the person's Picardo account. Ordering is open to adults 18 and over in the US, except New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Maine. General health information, not medical advice.