Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD06558Version 1 (DRAFT)
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Lab Quest DiagnosticsLab Test ID 18889
BK Virus DNA, Qualitative, Real‑Time PCR, CSF
Also known as: Polyomavirus, BK Virus DNA, Qual PCR, CSF, BKV Polyoma
Clinical Use
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This test detects the presence of BK virus (a polyomavirus) DNA in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) specimens using a qualitative, real‑time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) method. It is used for clinical diagnosis of BK virus involvement in neurologic conditions where CSF is indicated for testing.
Special Instructions
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Limitations
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Test Details
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
BK Virus DNA
MicroorganismOther
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Cerebrospinal Fluid
Volume
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Minimum Volume
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