Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD44024Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Herpesvirus 6 Antibodies (IgG, IgM)
Clinical Use
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HHV‑6 is a distinct herpes virus that typically causes a self‑limiting illness in patients who are not immunocompromised. In some patients, especially if immunocompromised, HHV‑6 can cause febrile convulsions in infants, encephalitis, mononucleosis‑like symptoms, and hepatitis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA))
Biomarkers
Herpesvirus 6 Ab (IgG)
AnalyteIgG
Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Herpesvirus 6 Ab (IgM)
AnalyteIgM
Other • Categorical (e.g., Positive / Negative / Indeterminate)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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