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Test Code HHV6V Human Herpesvirus-6, Molecular Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid

Reporting Name

HHV-6 PCR, Varies

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.

Method Name

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Specimen Type

CSF


Specimen Required


Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)

Container/Tube:

Preferred: Aliquot tube

Acceptable: Sterile vial

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions: Collect specimen from second collection vial. Do not centrifuge.


Specimen Minimum Volume

0.3 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
CSF Refrigerated (preferred) 7 days
  Frozen  7 days

Reject Due To

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

Reference Values

Negative

Day(s) Performed

Monday, Wednesday, Friday

CPT Code Information

87532

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
HHV6V HHV-6 PCR, Varies 33942-4

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
SS012 Specimen Source 31208-2
56092 HHV-6 PCR, Varies 33942-4

Test 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.

Report Available

2 to 5 days

Forms

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