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HelpTest Code JCVPCR JC Polyoma Virus DNA, Quantitative Real-Time PCR, Serum/Plasma
Reporting Name
JC Virus DNA, QN PCRPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA), yellow top (ACD-A), white top (PPT) tube
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.7 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
2. Send frozen.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Plasma: 0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma EDTA | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Specimen Type
Plasma EDTADay(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Reference Values
JC Virus DNA, QN PCR: Not detected (IU/mL)
JC Virus DNA, QN PCR: Not detected (LogIU/mL)
Report Available
3 to 5 daysMethod Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)
Test Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
87799
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FJCQP | JC Virus DNA, QN PCR | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z6085 | Source | 31208-2 |
| Z6086 | JC Virus DNA, QN PCR | 101342-4 |
| Z6087 | JC Virus DNA, QN PCR | 101731-8 |