BK virus PCR (CSF)
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About This Test
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: CSF, Sterile container, Include details of underlying conditions or immunosupression
Turnaround Time: 5-7 days |
Diagnosis of BK virus neurological infection in immunocompromised patients
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 24 hours are undesirable
Measurement units: copies/ml
Clinical decision points: Not applicable
Reference Lab: Manchester PHE