| Test CODE | NAME |
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M221
Human herpes virus 8 (HHV-8) by Real-Time PCR
| Methodology: | Real-Time PCR |
| Performed: | Mon-Fri |
| Reported: | 3 days |
| Specimen Required: | Collect: Yellow top tube (ACD solution A) - whole blood.
Specimen preparation:
•Immediately after blood collection, invert the tube(s) gently 8-10 times to ensure mixing of anticoagulant with blood to prevent clotting.
Do not shake tube(s).
Do not centrifuge specimen.
Send original tube.
Storage/Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
Stability: Room Temperature: 5 days
NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. *
Performing Laboratory
MDL (Molecular Diagnostics Laboratories)
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| CPT Code(s): | 87799 |