Polyomavirus DNA PCR (CSF) Test | Austin Pathology

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Polyomavirus DNA PCR (CSF)

Alternate Names	JC Virus DNA PCR, BK Virus DNA PCR, BK Virus NAD, JC Virus NAD, Polyomavirus NAD
Test Code	POLYP
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	CSF
Container Type	Sterile CSF Tube
Medicare Rebate	No - please complete Patient Financial Consent Form.pdf
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Polyomavirus testing includes testing for the following, in CSF samples. BK virus DNA JC virus DNA For in-house (blood) testing, please refer to BK Virus Quantitative Load (Blood). 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	Several times per week
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, if refrigerated.

Container ID	CSF1, CSF2, CSF3
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory)
Accredited Test	Yes

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