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HelpTest ID BLOD1223 Herpes Virus 8 (HHV-8) DNA, Qualitative Real-Time PCR
Specimen Type/Requirements
Lavender top (EDTA) tube - Plasma or Whole Blood
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Separate serum/plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection.
Lithium heparin and Sodium heparin (green-top) tubes are NOT acceptable
Avoid repeated freezing and thawing of specimen.
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 48 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Sunday
Methodology
Real-Time PCR
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly
CPT
87798
Report Available
1 day
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 12729 | Source |
| 12730 | Herpes Virus 8 DNA, QL PCR |