Herpes Simplex Virus PCR (Blood)

Testing Laboratory

Department

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Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

HSVC

Test Code (Numeric Code)

7229

Synonyms

HSV PCR

This test may be vetted by the laboratory. Please include relevant clinical information on the request form to ensure appropriate tests are approved. See the 'Clinical Information' section on the testing laboratory's test guide for more information on the indications for testing.

Specimen Type

• Whole Blood

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• EDTA (Lavender Cap)

Acceptable

• EDTA (Microtainer)

Except for investigation of congenital or neonatal infection (<3 months of age), requests for HSV on blood must be discussed with one of the Clinical Virologists at ACH, Te Toka Tomai, before sending. Please contact one of the Clinical Microbiologists or the Microbiology Registrar (phone numbers available on Paanui - Phone List) if you would like to discuss further.

Contact Information