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Human Herpes virus 8, DNA
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | HHV8 |
| Test group | Herpes |
| Performed by | Viracor |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Real time PCR |
| Container type | Lavender top, CSF collection tube, sterile container |
| Amount to Collect | 3 mL blood |
| Sample type | EDTA whole blood, Tissue, CSF, Marrow, BAL |
| Preferred volume | 3 mL blood |
| Min. Volume | 2 mL blood |
| 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. |
| Units | copies/mL |
| Normal range | Not detected |
| Synonyms | HHV8 PCR; Human Herpes virus 8, PCR; HHV-8 |
| Additional information | Assay range: 100-1.0x108 copies/mL |
| CPT coding | 87799-90 |
| LOINC code | 49403-9 |
| Last Updated | 5/19/2011 1:19:21 PM |
| Entry Number | 1056 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667