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HelpTest Code FHV7P Herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) DNA, Quantitative Real-Time PCR
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Source is required
Whole Blood
Specimen Type: Whole Blood
Container/Tube: Lavender-top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Information: Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s) and send 1 mL whole blood refrigerated (DO NOT FREEZE).
Stability: Ambient 48 hours; Refrigerated 7 days
Serum
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red-top
Submission Container/Tube: 12x75 mm screw-capped vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL serum in a plastic, screw-capped vial. Send specimen refrigerated.
Stability: Ambient 48 hours; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen 30 days
Plasma
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender-top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: 12x75 mm screw-capped vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). Spin down and transfer 1 mL EDTA plasma into a plastic screw-capped vial. Send specimen refrigerated.
Stability: Ambient 48 hours; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen 30 days
Method Name
Real-Time PCR
Reporting Name
Herpes Virus 7 DNA, Quant RT-PCRSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Reject Due To
| Thawing: | Warm reject; Cold OK |
| Other: | Samples collected in Lithium, Sodium Heparin, ACD or PPT |
Reference Values
Not Detected
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
3 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
87799