Human Herpesvirus 7

Test information: Human herpesvirus 7 (HHV-7) is closely related to HHV-6. It also causes exanthem subitum and is likewise associated with a febrile disease of early childhood. Testing should be used in conjunction with patient history and clinical judgement.

Availability: Referred to UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Virus Reference Department (VRD): Monday - Friday during routine hours: 08:45 - 17:15.

Turnaround Time: 21 Days upon receipt at UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) Virus Reference Department (VRD)

Related Tests: Human Herpesvirus 6

Specimen Type(s)

• Cerebrospinal fluid;
• Clotted blood;
• EDTA Whole Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;
• Purple Top BD;
• Sterile CE-marked Universal Container;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Plain Top Sarstedt;
• Purple Top Microtainer BD;
• Sterile CE-marked Universal Container;

Analytes

• HHV-7 DNA;
• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

N/A

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

CSF / Serum: 150uL.
Whole Blood: 500uL.

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

• Specimens should be transported to the laboratory as soon as possible.
• Outside of normal hours samples should be refrigerated (2 °C to 8 °C).

Maximum add on time

N/A

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

Results: Negative / Positive

UKAS number

8825

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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