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Individual test · Labcorp 139310

Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) Quantitation, DNA PCR

This test measures the amount of genetic material from Human Herpesvirus 6 (HHV-6) in your blood or fluid. It helps show if the virus is actively multiplying, which is often checked in patients with weakened immune systems who have unexplained fevers or rashes. By counting the virus levels, doctors can monitor how well an infection is responding to treatment. While it detects the virus, it cannot determine by itself if the virus is the sole cause of specific symptoms or diagnose related complications without other clinical information.

How ordering works

  1. 1

    Review the order and pay on Picardo. Your account is set up as you check out.

  2. 2

    A licensed physician reviews the order and decides whether to authorize it.

  3. 3

    Give blood at a Labcorp location, or book an at-home draw for $75.00.

  4. 4

    Your results arrive in your Picardo account.

For adults 18+ in the US. Lab orders aren’t available in New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii or Maine.