Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- EDTA Whole Blood
- CSF
>500ul
Turnaround Time
6 daysSample Stability
Stored for 2 yearsHHV6 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