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Alternative Names:

Herpes Simplex Virus PCR - Formalin Fixed Paraffin Sections

Laboratory:

Anatomical Pathology

Test Code:

HSP

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Tissue
Paraffin Block Shavings

Container Types:

See Detailed Information

Collection & Request Instructions:

Contamination free sectioning (use gloves and DNA zap) is required.

Collect sections into a clean PCR tube.

Transport Instructions:

See Detailed Information

Deliver the labelled PCR tube with a copy of the request slip in a specimen bag to Microbiology (Serology)

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

USEFUL LINKS

Frozen Section Booking Form