Herpes Simplex PCR

Microbiology

Nucleic acid amplification assay (PCR) for the detection of Herpes simplex Virus 1 & 2 DNA.

To aid in the diagnosis of Herpes in genital and extra- genital sites.

Please note HSV PCR is also part of these other tests:

Genital / Skin / Throat swab

Red topped viral Copan swab

Blue M swab (GUM patients ONLY)

Performed at RD&E

2-5 days