Test Information:
Anti-HSV-1 IgG is an ELISA based test system intended for the quantitative measurement of IgG class antibodies against herpes simplex virus 1 glycoprotein G (gG1) in human serum. IgG antibodies against HSV-1 are formed six to eight weeks after a primary infection with the type 1 herpes simplex virus and indicate prior contact with the virus.
Specimen Container:
Gold Top SST Tube (with clot activator) or Red Top Tube (Plain)
Specimen Type:
Serum
Required Volume:
2 mL
Patient Preparation:
No Patient Preparation
Notes:
N/A ( Not Applicable)
Storage & Stability
(Before Processing)
- Storage: 2 to 8˚C
Stability: 5 days - Storage: – 20˚C
Stability: 6 months
Transport Temperature:
Ref (2°C to 8°C)
Test Category:
Batch
Test Schedule:
Specimen receiving CUT-OFF: Daily, 1200H.
All specimen received beyond cut-off will be included in the next batch processing.
Results Availability:
Following day at 1200H