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HelpOrderable Name JCPCR JC Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Preferred: 12 x 75-mm screw cap vial
Acceptable: Sterile screw cap vial
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Useful For
Aiding in diagnosing progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy due to JC virus
This test is not to be used as a diagnostic tool for Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease
This test is not recommended for screening asymptomatic patients
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
All specimens will be evaluated at Mayo Clinic Laboratories for test suitabilityReference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/ 1 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
87798
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.