Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD70522Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
SureSwab®, Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 1 and 2 mRNA, TMA
Also known as: HSV
Clinical Use
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This test is used for molecular detection of Herpes Simplex Virus types 1 and 2 by targeting viral mRNA using transcription-mediated amplification (TMA). It enables identification of active HSV infection from lesion specimens.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (Other)
Biomarkers
Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 1
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Herpes Simplex Virus, Type 2
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Other
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
APTIMA
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 36 days |
| Refrigerated | 36 days |
| Frozen | 36 days |
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