Human Herpes Virus Type 6 Serology, Blood

Department

Microbiology - Serology

Delphic Registration Code

HHV6

Laboratory Handling

Laboratory

Referred to Westmead, NSW. Must request IgG and IgM

Synonyms

HHV6 Serology

Turnaround Time

4 weeks

Test Code

2304

Specimen Type

• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Serum (Red Cap)

Acceptable

• Serum (Red Cap)
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10.0

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

5.0

No of Samples Required

1

Additional Specimen Information

Must request IgG and IgM

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Serum

Minimum Volume (ml)

1.0

Transport to Lab

Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)
If overnight - Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

Preferred aliquot, serum 2 mL

Reference Intervals

IgG and IgM Reported as Negative or Equivocal or Positive

Test Method

IFAT

Non-Funded Test Cost

$113.08 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

2304

Referred to Westmead, NSW
Must request IgG and IgM

Contact Information

Enquiry Form