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Test Code BKVPLASMA BK Virus Quantitative PCR, Plasma

Important Note

BKV has emerged as an important pathogen in nephropathy in kidney transplant patients and hemorrhagic cystitis in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation patients. Early diagnosis of BK nephropathy has been shown to positively impact organ survival.

Additional Codes

Eurofins Viracor #2501

Specimen Requirements

  • Collect 4-5 mL whole blood in EDTA or ACD tube.
  • Avoid using gel separator tubes; samples collected in gel separator tubes have increased rate of PCR inhibition.
  • Centrifuge and transfer 2 mL plasma to sterile, screw top tube.

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Eurofins Viracor, LLC
18000 W 99th St., Ste.#10
Lenexa, KS 66219