Post‑Transplant, JC Virus DNA, Real‑Time PCR, Plasma
Also known as: PTxplnt, Specialized, Txplnt, Services, Quest Advanced
Use
JC Polyoma Virus is the cause of Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML), a severe demyelinating disease of the central nervous system. Quantification of JC virus DNA is based upon real‑time PCR amplification and detection of JCV genomic DNA. Reportable range is 50 to 50,000,000 IU/mL (1.70 to 7.70 Log IU/mL). Laboratory test results should always be considered in the context of clinical observations. This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Quest Diagnostics.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.
Methodology
PCR-based (PCR)
Biomarkers
JC Virus DNA
Other
Result Turnaround Time
1 day
Related Documents
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Specimen
Plasma
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
EDTA (lavender‑top) tube
Collection Instructions
For Shipper collection please see detailed instructions in Test Resources.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
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