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HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS, IGM ANTIBODY
Test CodeLAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)
CPT Codes
86694
Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (SST)
Patient Preparation
None
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (1 mL optimal)
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Red tube
Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum from red cells. Refrigerate until tested.
Transport Container
Gold tube
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 48 hours; otherwise freeze
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Setup Schedule
M, W, F
Batched; Day shift only
Batched; Day shift only
Reference Range
Negative: ≤ 0.90
Positive: ≥1.09
Equivocal: >0.90 or <1.09
Heterotypic IgM andtibody responses may occur in patients infected with Epstein-Barr virus and CMV, leading to false positive results. If clinically indicated, additional testing for HSV IgM by IFA is recommended. It is not possible to distinguish between HSV-1 and HSV-2 with this test system. Positive values indicate a primary or reactivated infection with HSV-1 or HSV-2.
Positive: ≥1.09
Equivocal: >0.90 or <1.09
Heterotypic IgM andtibody responses may occur in patients infected with Epstein-Barr virus and CMV, leading to false positive results. If clinically indicated, additional testing for HSV IgM by IFA is recommended. It is not possible to distinguish between HSV-1 and HSV-2 with this test system. Positive values indicate a primary or reactivated infection with HSV-1 or HSV-2.
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
