Lab Test Dictionary

Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2 Antibody (IgM), IFA with Reflex to Titer, Serum (90849)

Methodology

Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)

Synonyms

HSV

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano

Epic ID

LAB01399

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1-3 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; Grossly lipemic; Cord Blood

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.3 mL Serum

CPT Codes

86695, 86696; 86695; 86696

Revised

09-27-22

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