Herpes Simplex PCR
PCR test for the detection of Herpes Simplex virus. Herpes can appear in various parts of the body, lesions are most common in the genitals or mouth but it can also be responsible for fever in neonates and is a cause of brain infection. Test differentiates between HSV 1 and HSV 2
| Tube | Dependent on sample type |
|---|---|
| ID | 3644 |
| Availability | Mon-Sat. Samples for same day testing must arrive before 9.30am |
| Additional Information | CSF - meningoencephalitis Eye swab (internal and external) Conjunctivitis , Retinitis Throat swab -Rash <10yrs, neurological symptoms Skin swab - skin lesions Genital swab - genital herpes |
| Turn Around | 3 days (non genital) 5 days (genital) |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | If delays occur refrigerate at 2-8 degrees C. |
| IP Routine TAT | 3 days (non genital) 5 days (genital) |
| GP Routine TAT | 3 days (non genital) 5 days (genital) |
