Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV6) Qualitative PCR Test
At DNA Labs UAE, we offer the Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV6) Qualitative PCR Test at a cost of AED 1000.0. This test is used to detect the presence of HHV6 DNA in a patient’s blood, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or other body fluids.
Test Details
HHV6 is a common virus that infects a majority of the population during childhood. However, in certain cases, HHV6 can cause illness or reactivate in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing organ transplantation.
The PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test is a highly sensitive and specific technique that amplifies and detects the genetic material (DNA) of the virus. The qualitative PCR test can determine whether HHV6 DNA is present in the sample, indicating an active infection or viral reactivation.
The test involves collecting a sample of blood, CSF, or other body fluids from the patient. The sample is then processed in the laboratory, where the viral DNA is extracted and amplified using PCR. If the HHV6 DNA is detected, it suggests an active HHV6 infection.
The HHV6 Qualitative PCR Test is primarily used in the diagnosis of HHV6-associated diseases, such as encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), febrile seizures in infants, or complications in immunocompromised individuals. It can also be used to monitor the response to antiviral therapy in patients with HHV6 infections.
It is important to note that this test only detects the presence of HHV6 DNA and does not provide information about the viral load or severity of the infection. Quantitative PCR tests are used for measuring viral load in these cases.
Additionally, a positive result on the HHV6 Qualitative PCR Test does not necessarily indicate clinical disease, as HHV6 can also be present in healthy individuals without causing symptoms. Therefore, the test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s clinical history and symptoms.
Test Information
- Test Name: Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV6) Qualitative PCR Test
- Components: HHV6 DNA detection
- Price: AED 1000.0
- Sample Condition: 3 ml (2 mL min.) whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 3 ml (2 mL min.) CSF in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE.
- Report Delivery: Sample collected on Monday or Thursday by 11 am; Report delivered on Wednesday or Saturday
- Method: Real Time PCR
- Test Type: Infections
- Doctor: Physician
- Test Department: Molecular Diagnostics
- Pre Test Information: No special preparation required
| Test Name | HUMAN HERPESVIRUS 6 HHV6 QUALITATIVE PCR Test |
|---|---|
| Components | |
| Price | 1000.0 AED |
| Sample Condition | 3 ml (2 mL min.) whole blood from 1 Lavender Top (EDTA) tube OR 3 ml (2 mL min.) CSF in a sterile screw capped container. Ship refrigerated. DO NOT FREEZE. |
| Report Delivery | SampleMon / Thu by 11 am; Report Wed / Sat |
| Method | Real Time PCR |
| Test type | Infections |
| Doctor | Physician |
| Test Department: | MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS |
| Pre Test Information | No special preparation required |
| Test Details | The Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV6) Qualitative PCR Test is a laboratory test used to detect the presence of HHV6 DNA in a patient’s blood, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), or other body fluids. HHV6 is a common virus that infects a majority of the population during childhood. However, in certain cases, HHV6 can cause illness or reactivate in individuals with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing organ transplantation. The PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) test is a highly sensitive and specific technique that amplifies and detects the genetic material (DNA) of the virus. The qualitative PCR test can determine whether HHV6 DNA is present in the sample, indicating an active infection or viral reactivation. The test involves collecting a sample of blood, CSF, or other body fluids from the patient. The sample is then processed in the laboratory, where the viral DNA is extracted and amplified using PCR. If the HHV6 DNA is detected, it suggests an active HHV6 infection. The HHV6 Qualitative PCR Test is primarily used in the diagnosis of HHV6-associated diseases, such as encephalitis (inflammation of the brain), febrile seizures in infants, or complications in immunocompromised individuals. It can also be used to monitor the response to antiviral therapy in patients with HHV6 infections. It is important to note that this test only detects the presence of HHV6 DNA and does not provide information about the viral load or severity of the infection. Quantitative PCR tests are used for measuring viral load in these cases. Additionally, a positive result on the HHV6 Qualitative PCR Test does not necessarily indicate clinical disease, as HHV6 can also be present in healthy individuals without causing symptoms. Therefore, the test results should be interpreted in conjunction with the patient’s clinical history and symptoms. |
