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HelpTest Code LAB21025 Herpes Simplex virus 1 and 2 PCR, Qualitative (Swab)
Department
Microbiology
Collection Requirements
Human cutaneous and mucoutaneous swab samples in viral transport media
Primary Collection Container
Virual Transport Media
Transport
Refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Minimum Testing Volume
0.1 mL
Reference Range
Negative
Methodology
LAMP-PCR DNA Amplifiction
Performed
Monday-Sunday
Reported
As completed
CPT Codes
87529, 87529-59
Unacceptable Conditions
1. Viral transport media with protein stablizers, ie, MicroTest MS
2. Calcium alginate swab samples
Additional Information
For Herpes PCR testing on sources no applicable to this test like blood or body fluids, please refer to LAB12241