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eDH Procedure Code(s)
LAB3127 HSV 1 and 2 IgG Antibodies
Test Information
Qualitative determination of type specific IgG antibodies to Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2.
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 0.6 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/A
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 2 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 2 days
Refrigerate: 14 days
Frozen: 1 year
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| HSV TYPE 1 AB, IGG | 51916-5 |
| HSV TYPE 2 AB, IGG | 43180-9 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
LAB3127 HSV 1 and 2 IgG Antibodies: 86696
86695
Performing Lab Section
Special Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)