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HSV-1/2 DNA Qualitative PCR, Anogenital Lesion

Alternate Name: HSV-1/2 DNA Q PCR_Roche

SAL Code:

9338

CPT:

87529

Loinc:

80354-4

Department:

Herpes Simplex Virus, Anogenital Lesion

Specimen Requirements:

Primary Tube:

MSwab (blue top)

Primary Substance:

Swab

Temperature

Period

Stable Ambient:

2–30°C: Stable for up to 4 days

Stable Fridge:

2–8°C: Stable for up to 14 days

Stable Frozen:

–20°C: Stable for up to 90 days

Clinical Info:

The cobas® HSV 1 and 2 Test detects and differentiates Herpes Simplex Virus types 1 and 2 (HSV-1 and HSV-2) DNA from anogenital lesion swabs to aid in the diagnosis and management of genital herpes infections.

Sample Collection:

Anogenital lesion collected with the Mswab Collection System

Test Limitations:

Procedural Limitations The cobas® HSV 1 and 2 Test is validated only for anogenital lesion swabs collected using the MSwab Collection System. Accurate results depend on proper specimen collection, handling, and processing. False negatives may occur with samples heavily contaminated with blood, mucin, feces, or topical creams. A positive result indicates HSV DNA detection but does not confirm the presence of viable virus; a negative result does not rule out infection. Genetic mutations in target regions may cause false negative results.

Specimen Handling Instructions:

Specimen type: Anogenital lesion swabs collected with the MSwab Collection, Transport and Preservation System.

Test Information:

Components:

Component Name CPT Loinc
HSV-1 DNA Qualitative PCR 92872-1
HSV-2 DNA Qualitative PCR 92875-4