- Test Name
- HSV and VZV NAT
- Aliases
- Herpes encephalitis, Herpes meningititis
- Provincial Mnemonic
- HSV12DCFP
- LOINC Test Code
- 32141-4
- Description and Primary Use
- Amplification of Herpes simplex DNA
- Reorder interval
- None
- TAT
- 96 hours
- Test Cost
- Not Determined
- Tier
- 2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
CSF, swab, tissue in UTM
- Criteria for Rejection
Normal CSF chemistry
- Laboratory Service Area
- Microbiology
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- PHML only
- Last Updated
- 05-Jun-18