Test Code QHV6P Human Herpesvirus-6 A and B DNA Detection and Quantification, PCR, Plasma
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube:
Preferred: Plastic vial
Acceptable: Screw-capped, sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
Useful For
As an adjunct in the rapid diagnosis of human herpesvirus-6 infection using plasma specimens
This test should not be used to screen asymptomatic patients
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Reporting Name
HHV-6 A and B DNA Quant PCR, PSpecimen Type
Plasma EDTASpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Plasma EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
Frozen | 7 days | ||
Ambient | 24 hours |
Reference Values
Undetected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
4 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87533
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
QHV6P | HHV-6 A and B DNA Quant PCR, P | 49392-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
622169 | HHV6 A DNA Detect/Quant, P | 49392-4 |
622170 | HHV6 B DNA Detect/Quant, P | 49392-4 |