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Post-Transplant, BK Virus DNA, Real-Time PCR, Serum : 18049
Test CodePTBKVS or 18049
Alias/See Also
Polyomavirus, PTxplnt, Specialized, Txplnt, Quest Advanced
CPT Codes
87799
Transport Container
1 mL (0.5 mL minimum) serum collected in a red top tube (no gel) or Serum Separator Tube.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday
Report Available
1 day
Limitations
Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by med fusion. 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.
Reference Range
Not Detected
Clinical Significance
This test is used to determine the presence of BK 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, and not the host's reaction to the virus. Polyomavirus BK DNA detection in urine or plasma is associated with an increased risk of graft rejection in renal recipients. Quantitative testing may indicate change in risk over time. Reportable range is 500 to 500,000,000 copies/mL (2.70 to 8.70 Log copies/mL).
Performing Laboratory
med fusion
