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PLEASE NOTE: Recent changes have been made to this Test


 Recent changes for Polyomavirus PCR

Recent changes for Polyomavirus PCR

Date
Field
Changed From
Changed To
18th October 2024
Method

Contact VIDRL 9342 2615

This test can be performed on same sample as other Micro PCR tests (eg CMV viral load). If unsure, contact Microbiology lab before organising any recollections. 

Polyomavirus PCR

Alternate names:
BK PCR, BKV, JC PCR, JCV, Polyomavirus NAD
Laboratory:
Referred Test
Test Code:
PVPCR
Specimen types:
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Serum
Urine
Plasma
Container types:
CSF
Serum tube with gel
Sterile Jar
EDTA		CSF
Collection Instructions:
Sample haemolysis may make this test unreportable
Transport specimen at Room Temperature to lab
Frequency:
Weekly
Result Turnaround Time:
3-7 days
Laboratory Use Only
Laboratory Notes:

This test can be performed on same sample as other Micro PCR tests (eg CMV viral load). If unsure, contact Microbiology lab before organising any recollections. 

External Laboratory:
Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (V.I.D.R.L)
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