REF MISC
JC Virus DNA PCR, Qualitative, Blood
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Whole blood
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - unstable
Refrigerated - 7 days
Room temperature - 7 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Specimens that are too old or are grossly contaminated will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
87798
Method:
Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)