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| TEST NAME | Herpes Simplex & Varicella Zoster NAAT |
|---|---|
| DEPARTMENT | VIRO |
| TESTS | V23 |
| DESCRIPTION | For detection and differentiation of HSV-1, HSV-2, and VZV from cutaneous or mucocutaneous lesions |
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | SPECIMEN: Lesion swab CONTAINER: UTM or VTM transport vial. COLLECTION: Collect cells from the base of cutaneous or mucocutaneous lesion by rolling swab over area. Immediately place in UTM or VTM. See virology specimen collection guide for details. TRANSPORT CONDITIONS: Room Temperature (up to 30°C): 48 hours Refrigerated (2-8°C) or frozen (-20°C): 7 days. |
| TURNAROUND TIME (TAT) | 7 days |
| REFERENCE RANGE | Negative |
| TEST METHOD | Solana, Helicase-Dependent Amplification |
| CPT CODES | 87529 87798 |