Lab Test Dictionary

Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2 (IgG), with Reflex to HSV-2 Inhibition (17169)

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

Synonyms

HSV

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano

Epic ID

Other Reference Test

Lab Test Days

Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday

Standard TAT

1-3 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

2-4 mL Blood

Container Type

Red-Top Tube

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Room Temp-OK/Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

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

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; Grossly lipemic; Plasma

Test Volume Required

2 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

1 mL Serum

CPT Codes

86695, 86696; 86696

Revised

11/10/23

Initials

SA