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HelpTest Code HSVIR Herpes Simplex Virus 1&2, PCR (swab OR CSF)
Additional Codes
| Ordering Mnemonic |
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| HSVIR |
Methodology
Nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) utilizing polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
Performing Laboratory
Holland Hospital Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit one of the following specimens:
Container/Tube: e-Swab
Specimen Volume: Swab
Collection Instructions: Preferred sources - Anogenital, Anus, Skin, Genital, Penis, Vaginal, Cervix, Eye, Oral, Vesicle
Container/Tube: Vial with CSF
Specimen Volume: 0.5 ml (preferred) (absolute minimum 0.2 ml)
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated; up to 5 days
Test Classification and CPT Coding
87529 (HH Bill Code 0201070)
Reference Values
Not detected