HERPES SIMPLEX VIRUS (HSV) DNA DETECTION BY POLYMERASE CHAIN REACTION (PCR) BLOOD

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: HSBDN
UPHSM LIS Test #: 6568
Schedule: Monday-Saturday
Testing Time: 1 Day
Testing Lab: Mayo Labs

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: EDTA Whole Blood
Collection Info:

Specimen Acceptability

Reject Due To

Plasma, serum, anticoagulants other than EDTA

Clinical Utilities

An aid in the rapid diagnosis of disseminated disease due to herpes simplex virus (HSV)

Qualitative detection of HSV DNA

CPT Codes

87529

* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.