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HelpTest Code HSVM Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Antibody, IgM
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB2211 |
| NBS code | LBC06287 |
| Service code | 33123 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit only one of the following:
| Preferred: | Acceptable: |
| Yellow Top | Red Top |
Processing Requirements
Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs
Specimen Type: Serum
Volume: 2 mL serum
Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Serum |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 3 days |
| Refrigerate | 2 weeks (Preferred) |
| Frozen | 2 weeks |
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Friday, TAT 5 - 14 days
Reference Interval
An interpretive report will be provided.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of infection with herpes simplex virus
Update
Last updated 12/04/2022
Referring / Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912
Testing Laboratory
Department of Pathology
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road
Singapore 169608
63214950