BK Virus Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Test Name

BK Virus Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Test Code

B0014b

Test Components/ Genes/ Parameters

BK virus

Sample Report

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Test Information

TAT DETAILS

Daily by 6 pm; Report Within 2 days

PRE-TEST INSTRUCTIONS

Patient history needed

CLINICAL UTILITY

Helps to monitor disease development and therapeutic outcomes based on viral load.

SPECIMEN STABILITY

48 hrs

METHODOLOGY

Real time PCR

STORAGE TEMPERATURE

2-8°C, Do not freeze

SPECIMEN TYPE

3ml Whole Blood in K2 EDTA Tube (Lavender top), Sterile Container

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this Test?

BK Virus Load (Quantitative) by RT-PCR, Plasma

What does it measure?

Helps to monitor disease development and therapeutic outcomes based on viral load.

How to prepare yourself for the test?

No preparations required

When should you consider this test/ when this test is recommended?

Recommended for Hemorrhagic cystitis in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation patients and kidney transplant patients

Test Process/ how is the (test name) test performed?

A healthcare professional will collect a blood sample from the patient with suspected BK virus

What are the risks of the (test name) test?

No risks associated

How to read the test report?/ What the results may indicate?

Report will determine the presence of BK virus alongwith the load.