JC virus PCR CSF
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Department: Virology and Molecular Microbiology Requirement: CSF, sterile container, Turnaround Time: 4 days |
Detection of polyoma virus by PCR to diagnose reactivation in immunosuppressed patients
Other Comments:
If processing is delayed, refrigeration is preferable to storage at ambient temperature. Delays of over 24 hours are undesirable
Factors known to significantly affect results: Haemolysis
Reference Lab: Manchester PHE