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HelpTest Code BKQTB BK virus DNA PCR, quantitative (Plasma)
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Epic EAP: LAB1374
Epic Description: BK VIRUS, DNA, QUANTITATIVE
Synonym
Polyomavirus
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Lavender, EDTA |
3.0 mL | 3.0 mL |
Specimen Stability
30 days frozen
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Dedicated specimens are required. Specimens used in other assays will not be tested. Centrifuge and separate plasma from cells within 8 hours of collection. Transfer EDTA plasma to plastic tube. Transport plasma frozen on dry ice. Store frozen if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Plasma
Optimum 2.0 mL
Minimum 1.0 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: Warde Laboratories, Referral code: PBKQN
https://wardelab.com/test/bk-virus-dna-pcr-quantitative-plasma/
Assay Frequency
Monday – Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
3-5 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot plasma into plastic vial. Freeze plasma.
CPT Code Information
87799