Herpes Simplex Virus 2 Serology (Blood)

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Testing Laboratory

Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland Hospital

Department

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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

HSV1

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7230

Synonyms

Herpes Serology,
HSV,
HSV-1,
Herpes Simplex,
HHV1/HHV2,
Cold Sores,
HSV1/HSV2,
Herpes simplex virus serology (Blood)

Specimen Type

  • Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • SST II (Gold Cap)
Acceptable
  • Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

3.5

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

1

Last updated: 10/09/2026