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HelpCatalog ID Ref HSVPCR Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) by PCR, CSF
CPOE Test Name
Ref HSVPCR, Ref HSV by PCR
Synonyms
HSV PCR CSF, Herpes Simplex Virus PCR CSF
Specimen Type
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Specimen Requirements
0.5 mL CSF; Sterile Container
Storage and Transport
CSF stored frozen until ready for transport to Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Reference Range
See reference lab report
Causes for Rejection
Improper collection, storage, or transport
Turn Around Time
5-10 business days from time of collection
CPT / HCPCS Code
87529
Performing Lab
Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Methodology
RT qPCR