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HelpTest Code LAB507 Herpes Simplex Virus-1 (HSV-1) Type Specific IgG Antibody, Serum
Infectious
Additional Codes
LAB507
Methodology
Multiplex Flourescent Immunoassay
Note: The primary purpose of this test is to determine past infection with HSV-1. For acute infection, when lesions are present, PCR is the preferred technique.
Literature References:
1. HSV-1 and HSV-2 IgG package insert, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. 4/2025
2. Stewart, JA., In, NR, Rose, EC, et al. Manual of clinical laboratory immunology. 4th ed. Washington, D.C.: American Society for Microbiology; 1992.
3. Turgeon, ML. Immunology and serology in laboratory medicine. St. Louis: Mosby, 1990.
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top, Red/grey SST or Gold SST
Specimen Volume: Full tube, minimum 1mL of serum
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Interpretive Data
HSV-1
| Results | Interpretation |
| Negative | |
| Equivocal | Presence of antibodies cannot be determined. Recommend follow up testing in 10-14 days if clinically indicated. |
| Positive |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday - Sunday 0700 - 1300
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available the day of testing
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86695
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternative Specimen Type: Plasma, Mint green (Heparin)
Analyte Stability: Avoid hemolysis. Refer to analyte stability chart.
Laboratory Processing Instructions: Test performed in the Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to OBS3 with a minimum of 1mL of plasma/serum. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 7 days.
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| HSV1 Type Specific | 5206-8 |
Reference Values
HSV-1 - Negative