BK Virus (SV40) | IHC
| Test Details | Detection of BK (SV40 family) virus in post-transplant kidney |
| Components | Clone MRQ-4, Cell-Marque/Sigma on Ventana Ultra platform |
| Methodology | Immunohistochemistry |
| Performed | Monday – Friday |
| Turnaround | 2 – 3 business days |
| Specimen requirements | Paraffin block or unstained sections. For Ventana IHC, sections should be on Plus(+) charged slides. Minimum slide requirement: 2 slides. If requesting interpretation, please submit an H&E slide. |
| Sample collection | Testing currently limited to WU cases. |
| Unacceptable Conditions | Melted block |
| CPT Code(s) | 88342 |
| Miscellaneous | This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by AMP Core Labs (LDT). It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA. The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. |