Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 1 and 2 DNA, Quantitative

Test Code
HSV 1&2 DNA,BLOOD(O)


Preferred Specimen
Blood-Lavender


Minimum Volume
0.3 mL


Other Acceptable Specimens
Yellow top (ACD)


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days


Methodology
Real-Time PCR

Setup Schedule
Daily morning


Report Available
1 day


Reference Range
See laboratory report.



Last Updated: December 28, 2018


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