Molecular Detection by PCR

Detection of human herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) by conventional PCR.

Whole Blood. Minimum volume required is 1.0 mL.

Submit whole blood in a sterile microcentrifuge tube.

Store samples refrigerated or frozen until shipped for testing. Ship frozen samples on dry ice, and refrigerated samples on wet ice

Shipping of specimens shall be done by a TDG certified individual in accordance with TDG regulations. For additional information regarding classification of specimens for the purposes of shipping, consult either Part 2 Appendix 3 of the TDG Regulations or section 3.6.2 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations as applicable.

Suspected Human Herpesvirus-8 infection.

Completed Emerging Bloodborne Pathogens requisition including sender name, address and telephone number. Patient name or identifier (referring specimen lab #), date of birth, test(s) requested. Indicate the type of specimen and date collected.

N/A

Detection of HHV-8 DNA using nested PCR.

21 calendar days.