Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD28182Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Post‑Transplant Herpesvirus‑8 DNA, Real‑Time PCR, Blood
Also known as: PTxplnt, Specialized, Human Herpes Virus, Txplnt, Services
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Not provided.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
NGS
Biomarkers
Herpesvirus 8 DNA
AnalyteQuant PCR
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 49406-2 - HHV8 DNA # Bld NAA+probe
Result Codes
- 49406-2 - HHV8 DNA # Bld NAA+probe
- 100684-0 - HHV8 DNA Bld NAA+probe-Log#
Result Turnaround Time
3-6 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL (minimum 0.5 mL)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Ambient: 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerated: 7 days |
| Frozen | Frozen: 30 days |
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