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Human Herpesvirus 6, DNA
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Utilization Guidelines | There is no indication for HHV-6 testing on urine samples. |
| Test code | HHV6 |
| Test group | Herpes |
| Performed by | Viracor |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Real time PCR |
| Collection Instructions | Place tissue specimens in sterile saline to keep moist |
| Container type | Lavender top, CSF tube, sterile container |
| Amount to Collect | 3 mL blood |
| Sample type | EDTA whole blood (preferred), CSF, Marrow, BAL, Tissue |
| Preferred volume | 3 mL blood |
| Min. Volume | 2 mL blood |
| UCSF Rejection Criteria | Improperly submitted samples |
| Processing notes | Keep non-CSF samples at room temperature and ship at room temperature. Samples should be received at Viracor within 96 hours of collection. CSF must be frozen transported to China Basin and then shipped on dry ice to ViraCor. |
| Normal range | |
| Synonyms | HHV-6 PCR; Human Herpes virus 6, PCR; HHV6 |
| Turn around times | Results available 24 hours after receipt at Viracor |
| Additional information | Assay range: 100-1.0x108 copies/mL |
| LOINC code | 29495-9 |
| Last Updated | 5/19/2011 1:19:11 PM |
| Entry Number | 1042 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667