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HSV-2 IgG Inhibition, IA

Test Code
HSVIGGINHIB


Quest Code
37529


CPT Codes
86696

Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.5 mL


Transport Container
Transport tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)

Setup Schedule
Tues,Thurs,Sat


Reference Range
See Laboratory Report


Clinical Significance
This test is designed to further characterize samples giving positive results in HSV-2 Type-specific IgG assays. The inhibitory effect of native HSV antigens on serum reactivity in the Type-specific HSV-2 IgG assay is measured.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151-2228




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.