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HelpTest Code HHV6 Herpesvirus 6 Antibodies (IgG, IgM)
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB2590
Epic Description: HERPESVIRUS-6 HUMAN IGG AND IGM ANTIBODIES
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 6.0 mL | 1.5 mL |
Specimen Stability
14 days refrigerated
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.5 mL
Minimum 0.1 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute, Referral code: 34282
http://www.questdiagnostics.com/testcenter/TestDetail.action?ntc=34282&searchString=
Assay Frequency
Tuesday - Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
3-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. For non-gel tubes, aliquot serum into plastic vial. Refrigerate specimen.
CPT Code Information
86790 x2
Patient Preparation
None