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HelpTest Code BKQLU - BEAKER: LAB2113 BK VIRUS DNA PCR, QUALITATIVE, URINE
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Epic EAP: LAB2113
Epic Description: BK VIRUS QUAL BY PCR, URINE RANDOM
Synonym
Polyomavirus
Specimen Type
Urine, Random
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
ALINITY URINE TRANSPORT |
2.4 mL |
Specimen Stability
Neat Urine: Room temperature: 24 hours Refrigerated: 24 hours
Stabilized Urine: Room temperature: 90 days Refrigerated: 90 days
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Collect neat urine in a screw capped plastic container. Thoroughly mix urine by inverting or vortexing the collection cup immediately prior to transfer into the Alinity Urine Transport Tube. Use the plastic transfer pipette to transfer the urine until the liquid level falls within the fill window on the tube label. Urine must be transferred within 24 hours of collection.
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories
https://wardelab.com/test/bk-virus-dna-pcr-qualitative-urine-2/
CSR Storage Requirements
Refrigerated
CPT Code Information
87798