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Herpes Virus PCR, Lesion swab

Test ID: HSVLES

Test

Method

PCR

Report Includes

Herpes Simplex 1 DNA; Herpes Simplex 2 DNA; Varicella Zoster DNA

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
Herpes Simplex 1 DNA
  • Negative
Herpes Simplex 2 DNA
  • Negative
Varicella Zoster DNA
  • Negative

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