Herpesvirus 6 IgG Ab
Test Mnemonic
HHV6
CPT Codes
- 86790 - QTY (1)
LOINC ®
25416-9
Aliases
- Herpesvirus 6 Antibody, IgG
- HHV-6 Antibody IgG
Includes
- Herpesvirus 6 Antibody, IgG
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated | Centrifuge and transfer serum to standard aliquot tube. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Refrigerated | Centrifuge and transfer serum to standard aliquot tube. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 1 week |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 month |
Days Performed
Varies
Turnaround Time
6 - 10 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Indirect Fluorescent Antibody (IFA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
This test is New York state approved.
Clinical Info
Aid in the diagnosis of post infection/exposure to roseola infantum; may be useful in the diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome.