Human Herpes 6 Virus by PCR, Bone Marrow

Test Name

Human Herpes 6 Virus by PCR, Bone Marrow

Lab Section

Specimen Processing Area

Fluid Type

Bone Marrow

Specimen Tube Type Transport

Lavender Top Tube or ACD A Yellow Top Tube

Container Whole Blood Required

3 ml whole blood in a Lavender Top or 8.5 ml whole blood in a Yellow ACD A Tube

Summary Test Name

Human Herpes 6 Virus by PCR, Bone Marrow

Minimum Volume

1.0 ml Bone Marrow

Specimen Transport

Refrigerate

Specimen Preparation In House

Refrigerate until shipped

Additional Test Information

Also acceptable: 4-7 ml whole blood in a Lavender Top or 1.0 ml CSF with no preservative.