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Human Herpesvirus 6 DNA PCR

Order Code
138479
CPT
87532
Test Details
Synonyms

HHV6, HHV-6

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Molecular detection of HHV-6 DNA. Useful in diagnosing encephalitis or systemic infections.

Specimen Type

CSF or Whole Blood

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container (CSF), lavender-top (EDTA) tube or yellow-top (ACD) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Whole blood/CSF - 7 days
Refrigerated Whole blood/CSF - 7 days
Frozen CSF - 90 days
Order Code
138479
CPT
87532
Test Details
Synonyms

HHV6, HHV-6

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Molecular detection of HHV-6 DNA. Useful in diagnosing encephalitis or systemic infections.

Specimen Type

CSF or Whole Blood

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container (CSF), lavender-top (EDTA) tube or yellow-top (ACD) tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Room temperature Whole blood/CSF - 7 days
Refrigerated Whole blood/CSF - 7 days
Frozen CSF - 90 days