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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

1.5 mL EDTA Plasma (lavender top)

Minimum Volume

.600 mL plasma

Instructions

Whole blood should be collected in 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

Department

Molecular/Serology

Reference Range

NDET or DET

Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time

Tuesdays, Thursdays; Reports: 2 - 5 days