JC PCR
JC Virus DNA PCR, Quantitative, Blood
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3581
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Red top tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Gel tubes are not acceptable! Separate the serum from the cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Transfer to a plastic transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Room Temperature - 96 hours
Frozen - 3 months
CPT Codes:
87799 - JC Virus PCR (EAP 30021332)
Method:
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)