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HSV 1 & 2 Viral Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Test Name

HSV 1 & 2 Viral Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Test Code

H0012g

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

HSV 1 & 2

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

Daily by 6 pm; Report Within 2 days

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

Patient history needed

CLINICAL UTILITY

To detect the HSV 1 & 2 Viral load from the clinical samples for the appropriate treatment

SPECIMEN STABILITY

48 hrs

METHODOLOGY

Real time PCR

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

2-8°C, Do not freeze

SPECIMEN TYPE

3ml Whole Blood in K2 EDTA Tube (Lavender top), Sterile Container

Frequently Asked Questions

HSV 1 & 2 Viral Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma
To detect the HSV 1 & 2 Viral load from the clinical samples for the appropriate treatment
No preparations required
When signs and symptoms of an initial infection occur, they may include: Small sores on the skin, Blisters on the lips, penis, vagina, buttocks, anus, or around the mouth, Tingling, itching, or burning on the skin, Fever, headache, or body aches, Swollen lymph nodes
A healthcare professional will collect a blood sample from the patient with suspected HSV
Report will determine the presence of HSV virus alongwith the load.