Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2, Qualitative PCR
Order Name
HERPB
Revision Date 01/02/2020
Revision Date 01/02/2020
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
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Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2, Qualitative PCR
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| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 1.0 mL (0.3 mL) | Whole Blood | Lavender Top K2 EDTA | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Label specimen with Mobilab label or with patient name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of collection, collector initials, and test(s) being ordered. | |||
| Methodology | Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Testing Schedule | Monday through Saturday; Varies |
| Expected TAT | 1-3 Days |
| Notes | Specimen Stability: Refrigerated(preferred) - 7 Days |
| CPT Code(s) | 87529 x 2 |
| Lab Section | NRLS-Mayo Medical Laboratories |