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HSV 1 & 2 qPCR (plasma) 8500
Test Code3040007445
Alias/See Also
1233000020 / VIRACOR test code 8500
CPT Codes
87530 (2)
Preferred Specimen
Purple Top EDTA
For neonates: 2 full pedia EDTA tubes
For neonates: 2 full pedia EDTA tubes
Minimum Volume
2 mL plasma
Other Acceptable Specimens
Yellow Top ACD
Instructions
Avoid using gel separator tubes; samples collected in gel separator tubes have increased rate of PCR inhibition. Centrifuge and transfer 2 mL plasma to sterile, screwtop tube. Special Collection Instructions: For Neonates collect 2 Full pedi EDTA tubes
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature or Frozen
Specimen Stability
Specimens shipped at Room Temperature temperature must be received within 96 hrs. of collection.
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Avoid using gel separator tubes; samples collected in gel separator tubes have increased rate of PCR inhibition.
Reference Range
SEE RESULT REPORT
Performing Laboratory
EUROFINS VIRACOR
Last Updated: August 26, 2026
