Laboratory Services

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) by PCR

Name: Incyte Diagnostics
Address: 13103 E Mansfield Ave, Spokane Valley, Washington, 99216, USA
Telephone: +1-

Updated Test Information:

Test Description	Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV-1 and HSV-2) by PCR
Test ID	CYTO-HSV
Container Type	Universal Viral Transport Medium (UTM)
Specimen Type	Direct sampling of a clinically visible vesiculobullous lesion.
Specimen Requirements	Cutaneous and mucocutaneous lesion swab specimens using Universal Viral Transport Medium (UTM).
Alternate Specimen Type	Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Specimen Collection / Processing Instructions	Aseptically remove sterile swab from package. Collect specimen by vigorously swabbing the clinically visible vesiculobullous lesion. Aseptically remove cap from vial. Place swab in transport medium and break off swab against rim of the tube. Replace cap. Label the vial with patient's name.
Required Information	Complete the Incyte Diagnostics requisition with the patient's demographics and relevant clinical history. Label specimen container with the patient's full first and last name, second unique identifier, and specimen source/site.
Stability	15 days from the date of collection
Unacceptable Specimen Conditions	No swab in container, ocular specimens, respiratory specimens, other collection medias, improperly labeled containers, past collection stability, no lesion swabbed
Department (code)	Molecular Pathology
Methodology	The ARIES® HSV 1&2 Assay is a real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) based qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the direct detection and differentiation of Herpes Simplex Virus 1 and 2 (HSV 1 and HSV 2) DNA in cutaneous or mucocutaneous lesion specimens from symptomatic patients. The test is indicated for use as an aid in diagnosis of HSV infection in symptomatic patients.
Estimated TAT	1–2 business days from receipt
Testing Schedule	Monday–Friday
Retention	21 days from submission
CPT Code(s)	87529 x2
Collection File	View/Download File
Additional Information	Herpes testing is intended for use on a visible lesion. Herpes collection must be performed with a separate dedicated swab. *The listed CPT codes are for reference use only. Final coding is based on CPT guidelines and individual circumstances.