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Test Code LAB917A Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) CSF, Molecular Detection, PCR

Intended Use

This test is used for the qualitative detection and differentiation of HSV-1 and HSV-2 DNA in cerebrospinal fluid samples from patients suspected of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections.

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Day(s) Test Setup

Monday through Sunday

Specimen Requirements

CSF 1mL Sterile Vial

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen (-70ºC): >7 days

CPT Code

87529