Herpes Simplex Virus types I and II

Methodology

RT-PCR

CPT Code

87530 x 2

Acceptable Specimens

Swab of lesion. Synthetic swabs only. Do not use cotton. Place swab in a vial of 2-3 mls of viral transport media.

Specimen Storage

Store specimens at 4ºC.

Specimen Transport

Transport specimen to the laboratory on cold packs as soon as possible.

Setup Days

Testing is performed on an as-needed basis.

Turn-around-time

Results will be available 1-3 days after receiving the specimen.

Lab Slip

Monster Form (PDF: 108 Kb)

Fees