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1194 : Herpes Simplex Virus, Types 1 &2 DNA, Quantitative, RT-PCR

INFORMATION:

Alternate Name:
HUMAN HERPES VIRUS l/ll DNA(PCR) FLUID
Methodology:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Clinical Utility:
This test is used for patients with evidence of disseminated disease caused by HSV 1 or HSV 2

ORDERING:

Test Code:
1194-0
Turnaround Time:
2-4 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
1 mL Fluid-source required
Collection:
Container Qty Temp Stability
Fluid-source required 1 Refrigerate 7 DAYS
Collection Instructions:
FLU: Submit fluid in sterile cup
Specimen Comment:
Label tube "Fluid" and specify source
Alternative Specimen:
Fluid Lavender (source required), Fluid Red Top, Fluid Cup, Aliquot Plasma-EDTA-Lavender Top , Aliquot Tube-Serum, Aliquot Plasma- ACD, Lavender top- EDTA, Yellow top- ACD

Billing:

CPT Codes:
87530 x 2

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