DIAGNOSTIC AGENT AND METHODS FOR IDENTIFYING HIV INFECTED INDIVIDUALS AND MONITORING THEIR THERAPY

摘要

Disclosed herein are methods and a diagnostic agent for identifying HIV-infected individuals. The diagnostic agent, termed C-8.2, whose concentration is altered within about 1-3 days of HIV infection is used in assays not dependent on HIV antigens or antibodies. C-8.2 is present in the serum of all mammals and is a phospholipid or a mixture of related phospholipids.