Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 1 and 2 DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR
Test code
CPT code(s)*
Test resources
Details
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Assay category
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Specimen requirements | |
|---|---|
| Patient preparation | None Specified |
| Preferred specimen(s) | Select a service area to view this section. |
| Alternative specimen(s) | Bronchoalveolar lavage or bronchial wash |
| Minimum volume | Select a service area to view this section. |
| Collection instructions | CSF: Collect in a sterile leak-proof container and store refrigerated or frozen. Swab: Swab a lesion and place swab in viral transport media, VCM, M4, or Aptima® Unisex Collection device (white label) Serum: Collect blood in serum separator tubes (SST). Transfer serum into sterile leak-proof container and store refrigerated or frozen. Bronchial wash and BAL: Collect in a sterile leak-proof container. |
| Transport temperature | Refrigerated (cold packs) |
| Specimen stability | Aptima® Unisex Collection device (white label) Room temperature: 14 days Refrigerated: 14 days Frozen: 30 days All other container types Room temperature: 48 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 30 days (whole blood unacceptable) |
Reference Range(s)
| HSV 1 DNA | Not detected |
| HSV 2 DNA | Not detected |
Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.
*The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
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