HHV-6,7,8 PCR
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: CSF, Sterile leakproof container, EDTA blood - purple topped container
Turnaround Time: 3 days |
Detection of HHV-6,7 and 8 by PCR
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 24 hours are undesirable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Manchester Medical Microbiology