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HelpTest Code JCPD John Cunningham (JC) Virus DNA PCR
Infectious
Additional Codes
LOINC: 42921-7
Specimen Requirements
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Container/Tube: Sterile plain container
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Acceptable:
Specimen Type: Whole blood
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 3mL
Days and Times Performed
TAT 7 working days
Methodology
Real-time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Service Code
1033028
Update
Last updated 25/02/2020
Unacceptable Condition
| Whole blood | Frozen or hemolysis |
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Specimen Stability
| Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) | 72 hours, refrigerated |
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| Whole blood | 7 days, ambient or refrigerated |
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384
Useful For
To aid in diagnosing progressive multifocal leukoncephalopathy due to John Cunningham (JC) virus
Reference
Non-detectable titre < 100 viral copies/mL