- HSVPCR
HSV 1&2 by RT-PCR
Specimen:
Test Code
HSVPCR
Specimen Name
HSV 1&2 by RT-PCR
Collect
Lesions - (Cutaneous/Mucocutaneous)
Submit
Swab in UTM or VTM Refrigerated
Special Handling
Immediately place swab in viral transport media (UTM or VTM).
Rejection Criteria
Specimens not in viral transport media.
Stability
Refrigerated 7 days
Methodology
Reverse Transcription Polymerase Chain Reaction
Performed
Monday - Friday
Reported
1-3 days
CPT Codes
- 87529 x2
Components
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Common Lab Definitions
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