Intended use
The AltoStar® HSV PCR Kit 1.5 is an in vitro diagnostic test, based on real-time PCR technology, for the detection, differentiation and quantification of herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) and herpes simplex virus 2 (HSV-2) specific DNA in human plasma. It is intended to be used as an aid for diagnosis of HSV infection and for monitoring of the HSV-1 and HSV-2 load in individuals with HSV infection.