The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Herpes simplex virus IgG

Herpes simplex virus IgG

Serological test used to screen for past infection with Herpes simplex virus (HSV). Relevant for investigation of Transplant assesment, Localised vesicular rash (generalised if indicated), Guillain Barre, Encephalits (+ other neurological conditions)
Indication

Tube Red top, Yellow ring. Serum sample
ID 3717
Additional Information Requests for type specific IgG are sendaway tests and will be assessed before sending for suitability. HSV IgM is no longer available
Turn Around 5 days
Send to LGI Microbiology Department
Collection Con Min volume 4ml
IP Routine TAT 5 days
GP Routine TAT 5 days