HHV6, HHV-6
9 days
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
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Quantifies HHV-6 viral load. Helps monitor disease in immunosuppressed individuals.
Plasma
4 mL
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
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.
Plasma must be separated within 24 hours.
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |