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Department

Microbiology

Preferred Sample Type

HHV6 PCR (Qualitative and Quantitative)

Suitable Specimen Types

  • EDTA Whole Blood
  • CSF
>500ul

Turnaround Time

6 days

Sample Stability

Stored for 2 years

HHV6 PCR (Qualitative and Quantitative)

General Information

Quantitative detection of HHV6A/B in EDTA blood.

Qualitative detection of HHV6A/B in CSF.

Other specimens may be used after seeking advice from the virology consultant.

Patient Preparation

For general aspects of taking samples we recommend that users follow either their local protocols or “The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures”.

 

Reference Range

Lower limit of detection 500 copies per ml