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Test ID NLD0593 BK Virus DNA Detection and Quantification, Random, Urine


Specimen Required


Supplies: COBAS PCR - Urine Sample Kit (T903)

Container/Tube: cobas PCR urine tube

Specimen Volume: 4.3 mL

Collection Instructions:

1. Collect random urine into a sterile, plastic, preservative-free container.

2. Transfer 4.3 mL of urine into the cobas PCR urine sample tube using the disposable pipette provided within 24 hours of collection. The correct volume of urine has been added when the fluid level is between the black fill lines on the urine transport tube. Place the labels on the transport tube so the black fill lines are still visible for volume confirmation at Mayo Clinic Laboratories.

3. Transport and store urine specimen transport container at 2 to 30° C (refrigerate is preferred temperature).

Additional Information: cobas PCR media contains guanidine hydrochloride. Do not allow these tubes to come in direct contact with sodium hypochlorite (bleach) or other highly reactive reagents such as acids and bases. These mixtures can release a noxious gas.


Secondary ID

614568

Useful For

Detection and serial monitoring of BK virus (BKV)-associated nephropathy in kidney transplant recipients using random urine specimens

 

Detection and serial monitoring of BKV-associated hemorrhagic cystitis in organ transplant recipients

Method Name

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Reporting Name

BKV DNA Detect/Quant, U

Specimen Type

Urine

Specimen Minimum Volume

See Specimen Required

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Urine Refrigerated (preferred) 84 days COBAS PCR URINE
  Ambient  84 days COBAS PCR URINE

Reject Due To

All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitability.

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Saturday

Report Available

1 to 3 days

Performing Laboratory

Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester

Test Classification

This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.

CPT Code Information

87799

Forms

If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following forms with the specimen:

-Microbiology Test Request (T244)

-Renal Diagnostics Test Request (T830)