BK and JC Virus DNA, Qualitative, Real-Time PCR : 11068

BKJQL or 11068

BK JC VIRUS DNA * BK JC VIRUS DNA, QL PCR * POLYOMAVIRUS

0.7 mL (0.3 mL minimum) urine collected in sterile, leak-proof container.
0.7 mL (0.3 mL minimum) plasma collected in EDTA (lavender-top) 

Refrigerated.

Room temperature: 48 hours; Refrigerated 7 days; Frozen: 30 days

Mon-Sat

1-3 days (From receipt in the performing Lab)

Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational for research. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing. 

Not Detected.

This test is used to determine the presence of BK and JC Virus DNA in patient's specimens. Detection of the virus in these specimens may be indicative of an active infection, as PCR detects the presence of the virus, rather than the host's reaction to the virus.