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JC Virus DNA PCR, Urine

Order Code
139380
CPT
87798
Test Details
TAT

9 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Identifies JC virus DNA in urine. Often screened in immunocompromised patients.

Specimen Type

Urine

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile urine container, no preservative

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 14 days
Order Code
139380
CPT
87798
Test Details
TAT

9 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Identifies JC virus DNA in urine. Often screened in immunocompromised patients.

Specimen Type

Urine

Volume

2 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile urine container, no preservative

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 14 days