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Varicella Zoster Virus & Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2, Qualitative PCR, CSF

Order Code
9913080
CPT
87798, 87529x2
Test Details
Synonyms

VZV & HSV-1/2 Multiplex PCR, CSF

TAT

7 days

Methodology

Multiplex Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

PCR test to detect and differentiate VZV and HSV DNA in cerebrospinal fluid.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

500 uL or more

Specimen Container

Sterile container

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 7 days
Order Code
9913080
CPT
87798, 87529x2
Test Details
Synonyms

VZV & HSV-1/2 Multiplex PCR, CSF

TAT

7 days

Methodology

Multiplex Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

PCR test to detect and differentiate VZV and HSV DNA in cerebrospinal fluid.

Specimen Type

CSF

Volume

500 uL or more

Specimen Container

Sterile container

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 7 days