Intended Use
BK Virus Real-Time PCR Detection is in vitro nucleic acid amplification assay, based on real-time PCR technology, for the detection and quantification of BK virus (BKV) specific DNA.
Specimen Required
2 Tubes / EDTA Blood / 2 mL per tube or 2 ml Plasma. (Min: 1 mL)
Patient Preparation
- Sample Collection: Collect in lavender (EDTA). Collection of blood before dialysis is preferred.
- Specimen Preparation: Do not freeze. Transport 4 mL whole blood in EDTA tube or 2 mL plasma. (Min: 1 mL)
- Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated
- Unacceptable Conditions: Heparinized specimens
- Remarks: Proper aseptic technique and sample handling are critical to avoid contamination or degradation.
- Stability: Ambient: 24 hrs; Refrigerated: 6 days; Frozen: 6 months
Methodology
This test utilizes real-time PCR to detect and quantify BK virus (BKV) specific DNA in samples like human blood/plasma.
Sample Received to Report Turnaround Time (TAT)
Twice in a Week (Scheduled Test)
Reference Interval
Positive or negative for presence of BK viral DNA.
Interpretive Data
Refer to the report.
Resources
- Additional Technical Information
- Test Request Form
Sample Reports
- Enhanced Report
- See report