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HelpTest Code LAB2427 EBV PCR Quant, CSF
Additional Codes
EBVQN
Clinical System Name
EBV PCR Quant, CSF
Synonyms
Epstein Barr by PCR Quant; Viral load-EBV; Viral load-Epstein Barr
Sample Requirements
Specimen: CSF
Container(s): CSF Tube
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL Fluid
Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: N
Aliquot: N
Temp: -20 C
Storage Location: Freeze sample within 48 hours of collection. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles.
Note:
- Monday - Friday: Place sample in the Send Outs rack in the CPA -20 freezer.
- Saturday - Sunday and Holidays: Close batch in MayoACCESS and courier on dry ice to UW NW220. (Call on Holidays to be sure the lab is open to accept samples).
Off-Site Collection: Freeze within 48 hours of collection. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles. If no freezer is available, ship at 4 C. Ship time is not to exceed 48 hours.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Room Temp |
Unacceptable |
| Refrigerated | < 48 h | |
| Frozen |
Indefinite |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | T, F | 3 - 4 d |
Performing Laboratory
University of Washington Medical Center
Department of Laboratory Medicine
Eastlake Virology (EVIR)
1616 Eastlake Ave E., Suite 320
Seattle, WA 98195
Phone Number: (206) 520-4600
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
87497
Methodology
Method: Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Analytical Volume: 0.5 mL CSF
Reference Range
Reference values accompany patient report.
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | EBV Quantitative by PCR |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | |
| Instructions: |
Send out daily with the UW courier. |