Test ID: MHSV
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Antibody Screen, IgM, by EIA, Serum
Secondary ID
A test code used for billing and in test definitions created prior to November 2011
87998
Useful For
Suggests clinical disorders or settings where the test may be helpful
Aiding in the diagnosis of infection with herpes simplex virus
Reflex Tests
Lists test(s) that may or may not be performed, at an additional charge, depending on the result and interpretation of the initial test(s)
| Test ID | Secondary ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSMR | 26589 | HSV Ab, IgM, S by IFA | No | No |
Testing Algorithm
Delineates situation(s) when tests are added to the initial order. This includes reflex and additional tests.
If HSV antibody screen, IgM by EIA is reactive, then HSV antibody, IgM by immunofluorescence assay will be performed at an additional charge.
Method Name
A short description of the method used to perform the test
MHSV/87998: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
HSMR/26589: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Reporting Name
A shorter/abbreviated version of the Published Name for a test; an abbreviated test name
HSV Ab Screen,IgM, S by EIA
Aliases
Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Central Nervous System (CNS) Screen
CNS (Central Nervous System) Screen
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgM
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgM, Ser
Herpes Simplex Serology
Herpes Simplex Virus Antibody Titer
HSV Ab (Herpes Simplex Antibodies)
CNS (Central Nervous System) Screen
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgM
Herpes Simplex Antibodies, IgM, Ser
Herpes Simplex Serology
Herpes Simplex Virus Antibody Titer
HSV Ab (Herpes Simplex Antibodies)


