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HelpCatalog ID Ref BKQNT BKV DNA by RT qPCR, Plasma
CPOE Test Name
Ref BKQNT, Ref BK Virus DNA by Rapid PCR, Plasma
Epic EAP Test Code
LAB10028
Synonyms
BK viral load, BK Quant PCR
Specimen Type
Plasma
Specimen Requirements
4.0 mL blood; lavendar top (EDTA) tube
Causes for Rejection
Specimens other than EDTA whole blood, refrigerated plasma
Turn Around Time
3-8 business days from time of collection
CPT / HCPCS Code
87799
Storage and Transport
EDTA plasma stored frozen until ready for transport to Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Reference Range
See reference lab report
Interpretation
Results in copies/mL
Performing Lab
Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Methodology
RT qPCR