JC Virus, Molecular Detection, PCR, Spinal Fluid
Additional Codes
Order in eDH using Miscellaneous Lab Request (LAB3715).
This test requires Pathologist approval and can only be ordered in Cerner Millennium by Mailouts Dept (JCVirusPCR-Mayo).
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Vial number 2
Acceptable: Any vial number
Submission Container/Tube: Sterile screw cap vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Special Instructions
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/ 1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
7 daysPerforming Laboratory

CPT Code Information
87798
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
JCPCR | JC Virus, PCR, CSF | 33295-7 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
618305 | JC Virus, PCR, CSF | 33295-7 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.