Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Serology
Description:
Qualitative chemiluminescent assay for type specific antibodies to HSV-1 and -2. The initial test detects both HSV-1 and -2 IgG. Positive samples are then tested for type-specific HSV-2 IgG. HSV seroconversion may not be detected until several months following a primary infection. Do not request for acute diagnosis; instead send appropriate sample for PCR. This test is available routinely Mon to Fri.
This test is not UKAS accredited
This test is not UKAS accredited
Clinical details:
Gingivostomatitis in primary orolabial herpes infection
Orolabial herpes
encephalitis.
Keratitis/dendritic ulcer
meningitis
Mollaret's syndrome
retinitis
disseminated herpes
fulminant herpes hepatitis
neonatal herpes
genital herpes
Encephalitis .
immunocompromised host
Orolabial herpes
encephalitis.
Keratitis/dendritic ulcer
meningitis
Mollaret's syndrome
retinitis
disseminated herpes
fulminant herpes hepatitis
neonatal herpes
genital herpes
Encephalitis .
immunocompromised host
Reference range:
Not applicable
Synonyms or keywords:
HSV, herpes
Units:
Qualitative - Detected/Not detected
Department:
Location:
Sample type and Volume required:
2.5 – 5ml Yellow Top Serum Separation Tube (SST) Clotted Blood (for serum).
Turnaround time:
3 working days
Special sample instructions:
Consult Virology Registrar if encephalitis suspected.
Storage and transport:
Place labelled sample in a sealed sample bag and send to Central Specimen Reception (CSR). To prevent sample haemolysis please store samples in refrigerator if a delay in sending samples to CSR is unavoidable.
Contacts:
For clinical advice or interpretation of results, please contact the laboratory in the first instance.
Laboratory:
Last updated: 18/12/2024
