Test Code LABHSVCM Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2 (HSV1 and HSV2), PCR
Additional Codes
Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
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HSV1 AND HSV2, PCR | LABHSVCM | HSVCM |
Methodology
Diasorin Liaison MDx System by real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Nasopharyngeal Swab-Anogenital (Anus, Rectum, Cervix, Vagina, Urethra, Penis), Dermal, Ocular, Nasal, Throat, Oral
Container/Tube: Viral Transport Medium
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 7 days/Frozen OK/Ambient NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Friday
Expected result time within 48 hours.
Performing Laboratory
Minnesota |
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SMDC Clinical Lab (Duluth) |
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87529 x 2
Reference Values
Not Detected