Adenovirus, Quantitative PCR
Also known as: ADENO QNT
Use
This test is designed to detect and quantify adenovirus groups A-F. It is utilized to diagnose adenovirus infections in patients and monitor the disease progression and response to therapy. It provides vital information for clinicians in managing adenovirus infections, especially in immunocompromised patients where the virus can cause serious illness.
Special Instructions
The specimen source is required for processing. Ensure proper labeling and transport conditions to avoid rejection.
Limitations
A negative result does not rule out the presence of PCR inhibitors in the patient's specimen or adenovirus DNA concentrations below the detection level of the assay. The lack of an international calibration standard means caution should be used when comparing results from different methodologies. Current limitations include underestimation of viral load due to specimen inhibition and variability in reproducibility at the lower detection limits.
New York Approved
Methodology
PCR-based (qPCR)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 31208-2
- 49340-3
- 64038-3
- 39528-5
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Lavender (EDTA), pink (K2EDTA), or serum separator tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Frozen whole blood. Heparinized specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
| Frozen | 1 year |