Investigation Name:Herpes Simplex PCR

Alias or Abbreviation:HSV PCR

Pathology Laboratory:Microbiology Molecular Ext 88258

Requestable Seperately?No

Expected Turnaround Time:7 days

Test Code:HSVT

Sample Type:

Complex Reference Range:Ano-genital swabs for HSV investigations.

Collection Conditions / Other Information:Swab vesicle fluid and place swab directly into blue cap Copan swab container. For CSF send CSF in sterile universal (NOT IN COPAN SWAB) and clearly state on form HSV PCR. Other specimen types can be processed for HSV PCR but must be discussed with Consultant Microbiologist before requesting. If delay intransport please store in fridge.

Reference Laboratory Details:Microbiology Dept, Heartlands Hospital,Bordesley Green East,B'HAM,B9 5ST (Tel: 0121 424 1241)

Referred to Another Laboratory?Yes

Reference Lab Code:BMHM