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HelpTest Code LAB6084 HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV) TYPE 1 AND TYPE 2 SPECIFIC ANTIBODIES, IGG, SERUM
Intended Use
Qualitative detection and differentiation of IgG antibodies to Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 and Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 used to determine a patients exposure status to HSV 1 and HSV 2.
Methodology
CLIA
Performing Laboratory
RCH
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Serum
Container/tube: Plain, red-top tube or gold, gel tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum 0.5 mL)
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: -20 C > 7 days
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
HSV 1-86695, HSV 2-86696