Methodology
Real-Time (PCR)
Synonyms
HSV PCR, HSV DNA Qualitative, HSV Type 1 and 2 DNA Qualitative
Specimen Type
CSF or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD MDL (PCR)
Epic ID
LAB917
Lab Test Days
Monday-Saturday (10 AM Cutoff)
Standard TAT
Within 48 hours of receipt
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-0.5 mL CSF or 1 mL Blood collected EDTA lavender-top tube is only acceptable from NEONATES LESS THAN 60 DAYS OLD and immunocompromised patients
Container Type
Sterile Container
Collection Instructions
1 mL Blood collected EDTA lavender-top tube is only acceptable from NEONATES LESS THAN 60 DAYS OLD and immunocompromised patients. Do not collect in microtainer.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 1 Month
Rejection Criteria
Microtainer; Heparinized plasma; serum
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL CSF or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL CSF or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection and transfer plasma to a screw-cap tube. DO NOT USE SNAP-CAP TUBES. Place CSF/plamsa in a small clear bag and place in -80 freezer MDL (PCR) bin ASAP.
Included Tests
HSV-1 and HSV-2
Comments
Distinguishes HSV-1 from HSV-2 Genotypes
CPT Codes
87529 (x2)
Revised
9/11/23
Initials
SA