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HSV 1 & 2 PCR – Formalin Fixed Paraffin Sections (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Herpes Simplex Virus PCR - Formalin Fixed Paraffin Sections
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:HSP
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Registration Instructions:

Sendaway test to VIDRL

Paraffin sections will be cut from the block selected by a pathologist.

 

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)

Processing Instructions:http://www.vcgs.org.au/pathology/sections/Metaboli
Assay Frequency:Weekdays
External Laboratory:V.I.D.R.L.
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Frozen Section Booking Form