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BKV DNA (urine), Quantitative, RT-PCR

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Performed in the Chemistry Laboratory, x5820
10.2018


Test Code
UBK


CPT Codes
87799

Preferred Specimen
Urine


Minimum Volume
5 mL


Instructions
Do not spin


Transport Container
Sterile, screw cap cup at room temp for 4 hrs or Cryogenic Vial (5mL) frozen or on dry ice.


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
20 - 25 oC: within 4 hours of draw
- 20 oC: up to 2 weeks
- 60 oC or colder: longer storage
No Add-On


Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Setup Schedule
This assay is performed 2x per week (Tuesday and Friday)


Clinical Significance
This test is used as a prospective and diagnostic marker for the development of BK virus nephropathy in renal transplant recipients




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.