Neonatal HSV NAAT

Test Code
LAB5129


Alias/See Also
1231901047


CPT Codes
87529 (2)

Includes
HSV 1 PCR
HSV 2 PCR


Preferred Specimen
*MULTISITE COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS* Using one swab, strictly swab the following sites in this ORDER: 1. Conjunctivae 2. Mouth 3. Nasopharynx 4. Rectum.


Instructions
*MULTISITE COLLECTION INSTRUCTIONS* Using one swab, strictly swab the following sites in this ORDER: 1. Conjunctivae 2. Mouth 3. Nasopharynx 4. Rectum.


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: up to 7 days post collection


Methodology
Liaison MDx Method

Reference Range
Not Detected


Performing Laboratory
LITTLE ROCK LABORATORY


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


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