Herpes Simplex 1 DNA; Herpes Simplex 2 DNA; Varicella Zoster DNA
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Herpes Virus PCR, Lesion swab
Test ID: HSVLES
Test
Method
PCR
Report Includes
Specimens
Lesion swab
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Lesion swab
Collection & Handling
Collection Instructions
For vesicle lesion: Remove the lesion with a sterile scalpel. Collect the epithelial cells by gently blotting/rubbing with a plastic shafted cotton swab. Place into Viral Transport Medium and ship on dry ice. For non-vesicle lesion: Collect cells from base of lesion by using a swab pre-moistened with sterile saline. Place into Viral Transport Medium and hold at 4 °C.
Handling Information
Freeze specimen if not shipped within 24 hours.
Additional Information
Provide location of lesion.
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
PCR
Turnaround Time
4 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor |
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| Herpes Simplex 1 DNA |
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| Herpes Simplex 2 DNA |
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| Varicella Zoster DNA |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019