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eD-H Order Code
LAB4044
Specimen Collection Information
| Specimen | Minimum Test Volume | Container | Special Handling |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | 1.0 ML | ||
| Dermal | 1.0 ML |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Ranges / Critical Values
| Assay | Gender | Age Range | Normal Range | Critical Values | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSV-1 PCR | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | Not Detected | ||
| HSV-2 PCR | All | 0 Minutes – 150 Years | Not Detected |
Specimen Stability
CSF: sterile container 7 days refrigerated
Dermal: Universal transport media 7 days refrigerated
Additional Specimen Instructions
Sensitivity & Specificity for all sources: ≥95%,
99%
CSF, dermal, mucocutaneous and genital specimens are the only FDA
approved sources.
Do not centrifuge CSF
TAT: CSF <24hr, Dermal <48hr
For all non-validated sources, order a Miscellaneous Lab Request
(LAB3715). Testing will be sent to the reference lab.
Interpretive Data
| Assay Display | Interpretive Data |
|---|---|
| HSV Source | The only FDA approved specimen types for this assay are CSF and genital lesions. |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday; continuously
CPT(s)
87529 ; 87529
Performing Lab Section
Microbiology