Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) Quantitation, DNA PCR
Also known as: HHV-6, PCR Quantitation, HHV6
Use
Detect and measure human herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) DNA in clinical specimen; management of HHV-6 infections
Special Instructions
This assay currently is not available for use in New York state. Plasma must be separated within 24 hours. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Limitations
Quantitative range is 100−1,000,000 copies/mL. This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined, by LabCorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 49392-4
- 49392-4
- 38350-5
Result Turnaround Time
4-5 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Plasma
Volume
4 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
Lavender-top (EDTA) tube
Collection Instructions
Plasma must be separated within 24 hours. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Storage Instructions
Freeze
Causes for Rejection
Quantity not sufficient for analysis; specimen grossly contaminated; specimen too old; leaking or broken tube
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |