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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test


 Recent changes for Stratify JCV

Recent changes for Stratify JCV

Date
Field
Changed From
Changed To
23rd May 2023
Processing Instructions

Samples are be aliquoted and frozen in the barcoded tube supplied in the JCV kit

Notes

Samples are be aliquoted and frozen in the barcoded tube supplied in the JCV kit

Stratify JCV

Ordering information:

 Neurology Use Only

This test is for monitoring JCV during Tysabri (natalizumab) treatment for Multiple Sclerosis. For all other requests for JCV testing, see "Polyoma Virus".

All EMR requests for JCV must have had the correct informational request form filled out: for further information, contact the MS clinical nurse consultant.

 

 

Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
STJCV
Specimen types:
not required
Container types:
Not required
Collection Instructions:

JCV samples must be collected in the specific collection tubes supplied by Unilabs.

Minimum Adult Volume:
1 mL
Paediatric Minimum Volume:
1 mL
Notes:

Samples are be aliquoted and frozen in the barcoded tube supplied in the JCV kit

Frequency:
Monthly
Result Turnaround Time:
6-10 weeks
Reference Interval:

Positive/Negative

Laboratory Use Only

  

 

If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare.  If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf

Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf

SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare

TURN AROUND TIMES - When will my result be available?

CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements

CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form

CLICK HERE for a Log sheet for recording Pathology results

"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW