JC Virus DNA, PCR, Whole Blood

Alphabetical Test listing

JC Virus DNA, PCR, Whole Blood-994

Test name:

Test number:

994

Excellian order number:

LAB994

Abbreviation:

MSO

Alternate names:

John Cunningham Virus
Polyomavirus

Useful for:

Aid in the diagnosis of infections caused by JC virus

Specimen type:

EDTA whole blood

Collection container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Volume:

0.5 mL

Minimum volume:

0.2 mL

Collection instructions:

Immediately following collection, mix sample thoroughly by gently inverting 8 - 10, times to prevent clotting

Transport container:

Lavender (EDTA), 4mL

Transport and stability:

Refrigerated (preferred) - 7 days

Ambient - 7 days

Reason for rejection:

Quantity not sufficient for analysis
Gross specimen contamination
Specimen too old
Leaking or broken tube

Performing lab:

LabCorp (139370): R-LC

Days set up:

3 x week

TAT:

4 -5 days

Method:

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Reference ranges:

Negative

Preauthorization:

This test may require preauthorization from the insurance provider. Check the payer guidelines and, if needed, obtain the pre-authorization prior to sample collection.

CPT codes:

87798

LCD/NCD:

42921-7

Date created:

02/03/2023

Revised date:

06/23/2023

Review date:

02/06/2023