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HelpTest Code HSVBLD Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) by PCR, Blood
Additional Codes
| PathLab | HSVBLD |
| Epic ID | LAB6339 |
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Collection Container:
Lavender (EDTA)
Collection Information:
Collect blood in a Lavender (EDTA).
Transport Information:
Send 1.0 mL of whole blood in original tube. Do NOT centrifuge or aliquot. Send refrigerated.
Minimum Sample Volume:
0.3 mL of EDTA whole blood
Stability/Transport
| Temperature | Stability | Preferred Transport |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | X |
| Frozen | Not Acceptable |
Performing Lab
Pathology Laboratory
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Useful For
Intended use of this testing is to aid in the diagnosis of disseminated HSV infection, including disseminated disease in neonates due to HSV.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
3 days
CPT Code Information
87529