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87255 Genet virus isolate hsv

Pathology & Lab +Add-on

Also known as: HSV identification, herpes simplex typing, HSV-1/HSV-2 differentiation

Genetic identification and characterization of isolated herpes simplex virus using nucleic acid or immunologic methods to differentiate HSV-1 from HSV-2.

Clinical Context

Differentiates herpes simplex virus type 1 from type 2, important for prognosis and counseling. Used on viral isolates from culture.

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Specialties

pathologyvirologyinfectious disease

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