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Herpes Simplex Virus 1 Antibody IgG

Order Code
42051
CPT
86695
Test Details
Synonyms

HSV-1 IgG

TAT

48 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test. The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration. For more information pleases contact the laboratory.

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

Detects IgG antibodies to HSV-1. Indicates prior exposure.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 2 days
Frozen 84 days
Order Code
42051
CPT
86695
Test Details
Synonyms

HSV-1 IgG

TAT

48 hours

Methodology

ECLIA

Remarks

Please note that high doses of Biotin supplement may potentially interfere with the results for this test. The effect of Biotin interference can be greatly reduced or eliminated if the sample is taken at least 8 hours following the last Biotin administration. For more information pleases contact the laboratory.

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

Detects IgG antibodies to HSV-1. Indicates prior exposure.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 2 days
Frozen 84 days