Viral Skin/Mucosa by PCR

Profile details

If chicken pox or shingles suspected, please indicate clearly on request form

  • Herpes Simplex virus
  • Varicella zoster virus

Code

VPSK

Sample Reqs

PCR

Turnaround

2 days

Special instructions

No special instructions

Sample type guide

PCR

PCR swab for Chlamydia/PCR Infection Screening

Related specialties

  • Virology

Additional information

  • Request forms
  • Specimens: collection, packaging, transport, rejection criteria
  • Discontinued tests
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