S37

Test CODE NAME

S37

Herpes Simplex Type 2, IgM

Methodology: Indirect fluorescent-antibody
Performed: Sun., Wed-Sat
Reported: 2-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) OR lavender (EDTA) - 1 ml serum or plasma
Specimen Preparation: Allow specimen to clot completely at room temperature.  Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer plasma in a Standard Transfer Tube
Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
Stability: Refrigerated 1 week, Frozen 1 month
Note: This test is approved for NY . 
Performing Lab 
Quest Diagnostics Nichols INST
CPT Code(s): 86696