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Herpes Simplex Viral Isolation and Identification - Isolate

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Aliases

HSV

Test Name
Herpes Simplex Viral Isolation and Identification - Isolate
Test Code

HSVCULTI

Methodology

Culture, Direct fluorescent antibody (DFA)

Overview/Supplementary

This test distinguishes HSV-1 and HSV-2 in a submitted isolate.

Turn Around Time

7-14 days

Specimen Requirements

Isolates: Supernatant from cell sheet. 

Preferred volume: 1 mL  
Minimum volume: 200 µl

Special Considerations

None

Transport/Stability

Store and ship at refrigeration (2°C to 8°C) temperature.

Interface/Codes
Test Resource ID
905