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Test Code LAB1374 BK Virus PCR, Blood, Quantitative

Reporting Title

BK Virus PCR, Blood, Quantitative

Methodology

Real-Time Reverse Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Useful For

The cobas BKV is an in vitro nucleic acid amplification test for the quantitation of BK virus (BKV) DNA in human EDTA plasma on the cobas 6800/8800 Systems. In EDTA plasma, it intended for use as an aid in the management of BKV in transplant patients as well as assessing viral response to treatment in BKV infected individuals

Performing Laboratory

OhioHealth Laboratory Services-RMH Special Testing

Specimen Requirements

Collection Container/Tube: EDTA Plasma, Purple Top Tube

Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial, screw cap

Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type

 

 

Plasma

Refrigerated (preferred)

7 days

 

Frozen

6 months

 

Ambient

24 hours

Specimen Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (Preferred)

Frozen (Acceptable)

Reference Values

Not Detected

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday day shift only