BK Polyoma virus - detection

Alternative Names/Synonyms	Molecular detection of BK Polyoma virus
Laboratory	Microbiology
Sub-section	Virology
Specimen Type	○ Plasma ○ Urine

Specimen Requirements (Tube Type)

○ Plasma: EDTA-blood tube (lavender top)
○ Urine: sterile container (min volume 0.5 mL)

Collection Requirements

Plasma:
○ Decontaminate skin with 70% alcohol followed by iodine or chlorhexidine, collect at least 5 mL of blood

Urine:
○ Collect urine into a clean, sterile container. Transport to the microbiology laboratory ASAP.

Sample Stability

Refer to section Sample Processing / Delivery

Referral Laboratory

In-house

Routine Turnaround Time

○ Up to 7 days

Laboratory Contact Information

416-586-4800 extension 4457

Approval Required

Sample Processing / Delivery

○ Label specimen container. Place specimens in biohazard bag and seal.

○ Plasma should be stored at room temperature (20-25˚C) after collection and submitted to the UHN/SH Microbiology Laboratory ASAP.

○ Urine specimens should be stored at refrigeration temperature (2-8˚C) after collection.