Methodology
Real-Time PCR
Synonyms
BKV; BK Virus
Specimen Type
Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD MDL (PCR)
Epic ID
LAB001382
Lab Test Days
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday (10 AM Cutoff)
Standard TAT
Within 72 hours of receipt
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1 mL Blood
Container Type
EDTA (Lavender-Top) Tube
Collection Instructions
Do not collect in microtainer.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 24 Hours Plasma (2 Hours for whole blood); Refrigerated: 1 Week Plasma (2 Hours whole for blood); Frozen: 1 Month Plasma
Rejection Criteria
Microtainer; Heparinized or ACD plasma; Serum; Unlabeled or incompletely labeled specimens; Specimens with signs of leakage during transport
Test Volume Required
0.5 mL Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection and transfer plasma to a screw-cap tube. DO NOT USE SNAP-CAP TUBES. Place plasma in a small clear bag and place in -80 freezer MDL (PCR) bin ASAP.
CPT Codes
87798; 87799
Revised
9/11/23
Initials
SA