Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Types 1 and 2, NAA
Use
Detect and type active HSV shedding.
Special Instructions
The specimen should be collected using the appropriate collection methods for lesion, vaginal, or endocervical sites as outlined in the specimen requirements section. The swab must be placed in the correct transport media to maintain specimen integrity. The test is not FDA-approved and was developed by Labcorp. Turnaround times may vary based on testing schedules and may require additional time for confirmatory tests.
Limitations
The test is limited to detecting active viral shedding and does not confirm or rule out a previous HSV infection if the results are negative. The performance of the test has been determined by Labcorp, and it has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. Inappropriate specimen conditions or incorrect swab use may lead to test rejection.
Methodology
PCR-based (NAA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 16130-7
- 16131-5
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Other
Volume
One swab or entire liquid cytology vial
Minimum Volume
One swab or entire liquid cytology vial
Container
Aptima® unisex or Aptima® vaginal swab transport or swab in Universal or Viral Transport Media (UTM/VTM) or ThinPrep® liquid cytology vial
Collection Instructions
Lesion/vesicle swab: Unroof or scrape the lesion with an appropriate swab. Vaginal swab: Use the Aptima® vaginal swab kit, contact lower third of the vaginal wall, rotate to absorb fluid, place in tube, and break shaft. Endocervical swab in Aptima®: Remove excess mucus, insert swab into canal, rotate for 10 to 30 seconds, avoid contact with vaginal mucosa, and place in transport tube. ThinPrep® Vial - Obtain sample with a broom-like device, rinse in PreservCyt® solution, swirl to release material, and tighten cap.
Storage Instructions
Maintain specimen at ambient or refrigerated temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Urine specimen; inappropriate transportation; bacterial swabs; unlabeled specimen or labeling discrepancies; inappropriate swab or transport media used; specimens in non-FDA cleared UTM or VTM
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