Herpes Simplex Virus 1&2 PCR, CSF
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| 1. Herpes Simplex Virus 1&2 PCR, CSF | |
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Test ID :
LAB4103
Specimen Type:
0.5 mL cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) in sterile container.
Tube Type:
Sterile container
Minimum Volume:
0.1 mL
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Cause for Rejection:
Quantity not sufficient, specimen clotted, improper specimen type, improper storage/transport, mislabeled, or unlabeled.
Storage:
Transport at room temperature. Upon arrival in laboratory, store refrigerated.
Availability:
Monday thru Sunday (08:00 - 15:00)
Methodology:
Real-Time FDA-approved Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) assay
Lab/Phone:
330-543-4863
TAT:
24 hours
Additional Info:
Cerebrospinal fluids (including ventricular fluids) are the only acceptable sample type for this test. For HSV 1&2 testing on other sources, please order the Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 and 2, Qualitative PCR (LAB917).
CPT Code:
87529
