HSV Type 1 & 2
48 hours
ECLIA
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.
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Detects type-specific IgG antibodies to HSV-1 and HSV-2. Differentiates past exposures.
Serum
1 mL
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
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.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | See individual tests |
HSV Type 1 & 2
48 hours
ECLIA
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.
Accredited NRL Laboratory
Monday, Wednesday and Saturday
Detects type-specific IgG antibodies to HSV-1 and HSV-2. Differentiates past exposures.
Serum
1 mL
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
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.
This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | See individual tests |