Casandra
Casandra Test Code AR60410Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 and/or 2 Antibodies, IgG & IgM (CSF) with Reflex to Type 1 & 2 Glycoprotein G-Specific Ab, IgG (Change effective as of 08/19/24: Refer to 3017747 in the August Hotline)
Also known as: HERPRCSF
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Not provided.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
HSV IgG
ProteinHSV 1/2 Antibody Screen IgG, CSF • Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 13249-8
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
ARUP standard transport tube
Collection Instructions
Transfer 1 mL CSF to an ARUP standard transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated.
Causes for Rejection
Specimen types other than CSF. Contaminated, heat‑inactivated, icteric, or hemolyzed specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient: 8 hours |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated: 2 weeks |
| Frozen | Frozen: 1 year |
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