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HelpTest ID BLOD0380 Herpes Simplex Type 1 and 2 IgG Antibody
AKA
HSV
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
This test requires its own frozen aliquot. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles. Plasma is not acceptable.
Test is affected by hemolysis, lipemia and icterus.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Additional Information
Test includes Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 IgG Antibody and Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 IgG Antibody. This test differentiates types 1 and 2.
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86695, 86696