HHV6 PCR QT
HHV-6 PCR Quantitative
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3476
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Plasma
Preferred Volume:
4 mL
Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Collection Procedure:
The plasma must be separated from the cells within 24 hours of collection.
Specimen Processing:
To avoid delays in turn around time when requesting muliple tests on frozen samples, submit separate frozen samples for each test requested
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Frozen - 90 days
Refrigerated - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples with quantity not sufficient for analysis, specimens grossly contaminated, specimens too old, or leaking or broken tubes will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
87533 - HHV6 PCR Qt (EAP 30021191)
Method:
Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)