Test Information:
Anti-HSV-2 IgM is an ELISA-based test system for the quantitative measurement of IgM class antibodies against herpes simplex virus 2 total antigen in human serum. Detection of IgM antibodies against HSV virus is important to confirm an acute primary infection.
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