HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV), DNA PCR
| Synonyms: | HSV PCR; Herpes DNA; Herpes PCR; HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS, TYPE 1 & 2 DNA AMPLIFICATION BY REAL TIME PCR |
| Computer Code: | (HSVD) |
| Specimen Collection: | CSF, BAL or vitreous fluid in CSF tube, sterile tube, purple (EDTA), red or gold (SST) Top Tube. |
| Minimum Volume: | 0.2 mL mL CSF and sterile container. 0.5 mL for purple (EDTA), red and Gold (SST) top tubes. |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Freeze within 24 hours of collection. |
| Reference Values: | Negative |
| Lab Code: | Molecular Diagnostics |
| Requisition: | MOL DIAG 09 molecdiagicd9req.pdf#http://09 molecdiagicd9req |
| Test Frequency: | 2x/d M-F, 1x/d Sat, Sun & Holidays |
| Routine TAT: | 24 hrs |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 87529 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |