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HelpTest Code HERPCSF Herpes Simplex Virus-PCR (CSF)
Additional Codes
SHO10830
Performing Laboratory
Spectrum Laboratory
Specimen Requirements and Processing
Specimen collection: CSF
Container(s): Sterile, screw-capped transport tube or CSF tube
Preferred volume to collect: 1.0 mL
Minimum volume to collect: 0.5 mL
Neonate volume to collect: 0.5 mL
Collection instructions:
- Label container with patient information, specimen source, and date of collection.
- Maintan sterility
- Send to lab immediately for specimen processing
Reference Values
Negative: <300 copies/mL
Positive results are reported as Herpes simplex type 1 DNA detected or Herpes simplex type 2 DNA detected.
Specimen Stability
CSF: Specimen should be refrigerated and received within 24 hours of collection
Laboratory Retention: Extracted viral nucleic acids retained 1 month.
Methodology
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Specimen Transport Temperature
Transport Temperature: Refrigerated