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Test ID QHV6C Human Herpesvirus-6 A and B DNA Detection and Quantification, PCR, Spinal Fluid


Specimen Required


Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Preferred: Aliquot tube

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect specimen from collection vial 2.

2. Do not centrifuge.


Secondary ID

619924

Useful For

As an adjunct in the rapid diagnosis of human herpesvirus-6 infection using cerebrospinal fluid specimens

 

This test should not be used to screen asymptomatic patients.

Specimen Type

CSF

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time
CSF Refrigerated (preferred) 7 days
  Frozen  7 days
  Ambient  24 hours

Reject Due To

  All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Reference Values

Undetected

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

4 to 6 days

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

CPT Code Information

87533

Forms

If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.