HHV6 PCR
Detection of Human Herpes Virus 6 by PCR in patients with suspected HHV6 associated encephalitis. Indicated in young children and immunocompromised/immunosupressed patients. May also causeother systemic infections in immunocompromised patients.
| Tube | CSF -white universalEDTA tube |
|---|---|
| ID | 3645 |
| Availability | Mon-Sat.Samples for same day testing must arrive before 9.30am |
| Turn Around | 3 days |
| Send to | LGI Microbiology Department |
| Collection Con | If delays occur refrigerate at 2-8 degrees C. |
| IP Routine TAT | 3 days |
| GP Routine TAT | 3 days |
