Test Code ZW83 JC Polyoma, CSF JC Polyoma Virus, DNA, Qualitative, Real Time PCR, CSF
Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
The analytical performance characteristics of this assay have been
determined by Quest Diagnostics. The modifications have not been
cleared or approved by the FDA. This assay has been validated
pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical
purposes.
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Specimen(s)
0.7 mL CSF in sterile plastic leak-proof
container
Minimum Volume: 0.3 mL
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Specimen Stability:
Ship Frozen
- Frozen: 30 days
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Infecticious Disease
Sent out to Mayo Medical Lab who then sends it to Quest Diagnostics
CPT Information
87798