- VCHS1
Herpes Simplex Virus Culture with Reflex to HSV Typing
Specimen:
Test Code
VCHS1
Specimen Name
Herpes Simplex Virus Culture with Reflex to HSV Typing
Collect
Viral Transport Media-Buccal mucosa, eye, genital, rectal, throat or vesicle swab, neonatal surface swab, or bronchoalveolar lavage, tissue, or vesicle fluid.
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Special Handling
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Rejection Criteria
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Stability
Refrigerated 72 hours
Methodology
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Performed
Performed Sunday through Saturday - Reported 1-5 days
Reported
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CPT Codes
- 87255
- if reflexed
- add 87140 x2
Components
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Additional Information
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Common Lab Definitions
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