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Herpes Virus Type 6 Serology (Blood)

Alternate Names
Human Herpes Virus Type 6 Serology, Human Herpes Virus 6 Serology, HHV6 Serology, Human Herpesvirus Type 6 Serology
Test Code
HHV6S
Testing Laboratory
Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type

Blood

Container Type

Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)

Container Image
Medicare Rebate

Yes

Out of Pocket Costs
None
Ordering Information

HHV Type 6 PCR is the preferred test for diagnosis of this infection in the immunocompromised.

Please discuss with the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5964 if requesting this test.

Collection Instructions

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Transport Instructions
Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency
Weekly
Min Test Volume
1mL
Add On Test Suitability

This test can be added up to 4 weeks from collection, subject to sample availability. 

Container ID
S, SP
CSR Instructions

Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.

Laboratory Instructions
None
External Laboratory
VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test
Yes