Test Name
Herpes Simplex (HSV) on CSF by PCR
LIS CodeHSMC
AvailabilityRun daily, 7 days a week , SPECIMENS RECEIVED BY 2200 HOURS
Lab Section
Virology
Fluid TypeCSF
Specimen Tube Type Transport
CSF Container
Summary Test NameHerpes Simplex (HSV) on CSF by PCR
Specimen Preparation OutreachKeep refrigerated until courier pickup
Specimen StabilityStored up to 7 days at 2-8 degree C
Minimum Volume0.2 mL
Specimen TransportRefrigerate
Stat AvailabilityYes
Test Turnaround Time Routines And Stats24 hours
Test ResultsHerpes simplex Type I or Type II Detected / No Herpes simplex virus detected
Additional Test InformationCSF ONLY