JC Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR
Order Name
LCJC
Revision Date 12/09/2019
Revision Date 12/09/2019
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code |
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JC Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR
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| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
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| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment |
| Preferred | 0.5 mL (0.3 mL) | CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid) | Screw-capped Sterile Container | Refrigerated |
| Instructions | Label specimen with Mobilab label or with patient name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of collection, collector initials, and test(s) being ordered. | |||
| Reference Range | Negative | |||
| Methodology | Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization | |||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
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| Testing Schedule | Monday through Friday |
| Expected TAT | 2-5 Days |
| Notes | Specimen Stability: Refrigerated(preferred) - 7 Days Frozen - 7 Days |
| Lab Section | NRLS-Mayo Medical Laboratories |