Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 and/or 2 Antibodies, IgG, CSF
Abbrev Code: | ARMISC | ||
Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
CPT Codes: | 86694 x1 | ||
Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 1-2 days. | ||
Special Instructions: | Indicate specimen type on request form. | ||
Compliance: | For tests developed and validated by ARUP (previously referred to as Compliance Statement B, C or D). This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | CSF |
Optimal Volume: | 1 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 0.5 mL |
Container: | Sterile tube |
Causes for Rejection: | Specimen types other than CSF. Contaminated, heat-inactivated or hemolyzed specimens. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Do not process. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
Referral Lab number: | 50394 |
Interpretive
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Use: | The detection of antibodies to herpes simplex virus in CSF may indicate central nervous system infection. However, consideration must be given to possible contamination by blood or transfer of serum antibodies across the blood-brain barrier. |
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