JC Virus Quantitative Load (Blood) Test

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Alternate Names	JC Virus DNA PCR, JC Virus NAD
Test Code	JCVD
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	9 mL EDTA (Purple Top) - DEDICATED
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	Please note: This service is not Medicare rebatable and patients will be charged. Out of Pocket cost - $100.00 Fee above is an indication only; please contact testing laboratory for up-to date cost.
Ordering Information	This test is for the quantitative detection of JC virus DNA in immunocompromised patients from blood specimens only. This test is referred to VIDRL. Please refer to JC Virus Quantitative Load (CSF) Test or JC Virus Quantitative Load (Urine) for non-blood testing. If this test is urgent please contact the Medical Microbiologist on 03 9496 5964 or phone the Microbiology Department on 03 9496 5295.
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	Three times per week
Min Test Volume	500μL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.

Container ID	EWL, EW
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test	Yes