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Herpes Simplex 1,2 Antibody, IgG

Item Value
Available Stat? No
Test code HSVP
Test group Herpes
Performed by UC Davis
Sendout? Yes
Container type Gold top
Amount to Collect 2 mL blood
Sample type Serum
Preferred volume 1 mL serum
Min. Volume 0.5 mL serum
Processing notes This test replaces the prior HSVD test.

Freeze sample at -20C
Units Index
Normal range Negative (Index < 0.90)
Synonyms HSV 1,2 Ab; HSV IgG; TORCH antibodies
Turn around times Performed once per week on Friday. Turn around time 2-10 days.
Additional information Index interpretation:
Negative < 0.90
Equivocal 0.90 - 1.10
Positive > 1.10
LOINC code 36921-5
Last Updated 1/29/2013 3:27:01 PM
Entry Number 1257

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