Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD17685Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Herpesvirus 7 Antibody Panel (IgG, IgM), IFA
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Human herpesvirus‑7 (HHV‑7) is a cause of exanthem subitum (roseola infantum), and detection of HHV‑7‑specific IgG and IgM antibodies via immunofluorescence assay (IFA) supports determination of prior or recent infection. IgG identifies past exposure, whereas detection of IgM is indicative of recent infection.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA))
Biomarkers
Herpesvirus 7 IgG Antibody
ProteinIgG • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Herpesvirus 7 IgM Antibody
ProteinIgM • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 41842-6
Result Codes
- 26972-0
- 27177-5
Result Turnaround Time
1-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Serum separator tube (SST) or Red top tube
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge and send serum in screw‑capped plastic vial
Causes for Rejection
Grossly hemolyzed, grossly lipemic, grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |