BKVPCR DNA, Quantitative Nucleic Acid Testing
Order Code: BKVPCR
Test Summary
In EDTA plasma, BKV is intended for use as an aid in the management of BKV in transplant patient. In patients undergoing monitoring of BKV in EDTA plasma, serial DNA measurements can be used to indicate the need for potential treatment changes and to assess viral response to treatment.
Aliases
- BK Virus DNA, QN
- Transplant BKV PCR Quant
- Transplant BKV QPCR
- BKV Quant
- BK Quant
- BKV Quantitative Real Time PCR
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
N/A
Preferred Specimen
4 mL plasma EDTA (lavender) top tube. Separate plasma from whole blood within 24 hours of collection by centrifugation. Transfer the plasma to a sterile, polypropylene screw-cap vial.
Minimum Volume
.600 mL plasma
Instructions
4 mL plasma EDTA (lavender) top tube. Separate plasma from whole blood within 24 hours of collection by centrifugation. Transfer the plasma to a sterile, polypropylene screw-cap vial.
Patient Preparation
N/A
Storage
Primary: Primary or plastic screw-top tube.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated/Frozen
Specimen Stability
- Plasma:
- Room Temperature: 24 hours
- Refrigerated: 6 days
- Frozen: 6 months (stable for up to 4 freeze/thaw/cycle when frozen at -15°C to -80°C
Limitations
N/A
Other Acceptable Specimens
N/A
Unacceptable Specimens
N/A
Order Code
BKVPCR
EPIC (Premier) Code
LAB6954
Includes
BKVI
BKVQTN
BKVLG
CPT Code
- 87799
Billing Code
- 300143
CPT Statement
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR), Quantitative
FDA Status
FDA Approved
Physician Attestation of Informed Consent
N/A
Testing Laboratory
CompuNet Clinical Laboratories, LLC
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439
2308 Sandridge Drive
Moraine OH, 45439
Department
Molecular/Serology
Reference Range
NDET or DET
Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Reports: 2 - 5 days
Specimen Collection
Special Instructions
N/A
Preferred Specimen
4 mL plasma EDTA (lavender) top tube. Separate plasma from whole blood within 24 hours of collection by centrifugation. Transfer the plasma to a sterile, polypropylene screw-cap vial.
Minimum Volume
.600 mL plasma
Instructions
4 mL plasma EDTA (lavender) top tube. Separate plasma from whole blood within 24 hours of collection by centrifugation. Transfer the plasma to a sterile, polypropylene screw-cap vial.
Patient Preparation
N/A
Storage
Primary: Primary or plastic screw-top tube.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated/Frozen
Specimen Stability
- Plasma:
- Room Temperature: 24 hours
- Refrigerated: 6 days
- Frozen: 6 months (stable for up to 4 freeze/thaw/cycle when frozen at -15°C to -80°C
Limitations
N/A
Other Acceptable Specimens
N/A
Unacceptable Specimens
N/A
Result Information
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain reaction (PCR), Quantitative
Testing Laboratory
N/A
Reference Range
NDET or DET
Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; Reports: 2 - 5 days