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Test Code BKPQT BK Virus (BKV) PCR Quantitative Plasma

Important Note

Monitoring BK Virus status in immunocompromised patients, including kidney transplant recipients

Performing Laboratory

ChristianaCare Molecular Lab

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Specimen Requirements

3 mL lavender top EDTA, spun down and plasma poured off within six hours of collection

 

Specimen Minimum Volume: 3 mL lavender top EDTA

 

Shipping Instructions: EDTA Plasma should be shipped frozen

 

Specimen Stability Information: Plasma EDTA frozen – one month

Day(s) Test Set Up

Varies.

Report Available: 1-3 days