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HSV Cult
Test Code
13787LC
Short Description
HSV Culture Without Typing
Cont. Description
Viral Transport Media
Speciman Type
Vesicular fluid, ulcerated lesions, pharyngeal and throat swabs, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, autopsy and biopsy material, eye exudates, and vaginal swabs
Storage Requirements
Refrigerate
Collection Instructions
Specimen is best collected within the first 3 days following the appearance of a lesion but no more than 7 days. After collection, remove the cap from the transport medium tube, and insert the swab aseptically into the transport tube and break the swab sh
CPT Code
87255