Alert

Herpes Simplex Antibodies (HSV)

(Includes: HSV Type 1 IgG, HSV Type 2 IgG)

Tube Type

Test ID   LAB5170
EPIC Order   HSV Antibodies, IgG
CPT Code(s)   86695, 86696
Group/Individual Test   Group
Laboratory   Clinical Immunology
Tube Station   30
Specimen Routine: 4 mL blood/Gold SST tube; See Comments
  Micro: 2 Gold microtainers/1mL blood
Availability Routine: Monday-Friday
Turnaround Time   1-4 days
Reference Range   Negative
Comment
  • Specimens submitted for type specific HSV-1 and HSV-2 antibody are assayed with a qualitative chemiluminescent immunoassay that detects type specific IgG antibodies.  The tests are indicated as an aid in the diagnosis of HSV-1 and HSV -2 infection.  
  • Positive results provide a presumptive diagnosis of infection.  Results are reported as positive, negative or equivocal.  Equivocal results should be followed up by testing a new serum sample collected at least 4 to 6 weeks after the first equivocal sample.

Reviewed by J. Carr on November 04, 2025

UNC Hospitals
McLendon Clinical Laboratories
101 Manning Drive
Chapel Hill, NC 27514