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Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) DNA, Quantitative RT-PCR (19723)

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Synonyms

HSV; HHV6

Specimen Type

See Collection Instructions

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano

Epic ID

LAB01361

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1-2 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Lavender (EDTA)

Collection Instructions

Plasma collected in an ACD Solution A/B (yellow-top), Serum collected in a (red-top) tube; or CSF, bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) or urine in s sterile container is also acceptable.

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp=48 Hours; Refrigerated=7 Days; Frozen:=30 Days

Test Volume Required

1 mL

Minimum Test Volume

0.3 mL

Processing Instructions

Indicate source in comments, on specimen and on batch sheet.

CPT Codes

87533

Revised

09-27-22