Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Types 1/2, Amniotic Fluid, DNA PCR

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CPT: 87529(x2)
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Synonyms

  • HSV Types 1 and 2 DNA PCR (Real Time)

Special Instructions

HSV PCR is a single test that both detects the presence of HSV DNA and determines which type is present in the positive samples. There is no mechanism, therefore, for testing for HSV-1 without simultaneously testing for HSV-2.

Expected Turnaround Time

4 - 6 days

Turnaround time is defined as the usual number of days from the date of pickup of a specimen for testing to when the result is released to the ordering provider. In some cases, additional time should be allowed for additional confirmatory or additional reflex tests. Testing schedules may vary.

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Testing Options to Support Diagnosis and Screening of Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)

    Specimen Requirements

    Specimen

    Amniotic fluid (noncentrifuged)

    Volume

    0.5 mL

    Minimum Volume

    0.2 mL

    Container

    Sterile container

    Collection

    To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.

    Storage Instructions

    Freeze (preferred) or refrigerate.

    Stability Requirements

    Temperature

    Period

    Room temperature

    7 days

    Refrigerated

    7 days

    Frozen

    90 days

    Causes for Rejection

    Quantity not sufficient for analysis; gross specimen contamination; specimen too old; leaking or broken tube

    Test Details

    Use

    This test is intended for use as an aid to the diagnosis of herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections; also differentiates HSV-1 from HSV-2.

    Methodology

    Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

    LOINC® Map

    Order Code Order Code Name Order Loinc Result Code Result Code Name UofM Result LOINC
    138594 HSV 1/2 PCR, Amniotic 139335 HSV-1 DNA 44478-6
    138594 HSV 1/2 PCR, Amniotic 139336 HSV-2 DNA 44503-1

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