JC Virus Antibodies
Test Information
Test Name
JC Virus Antibodies
Synonyms
JCV, JCV Antibodies, JCV status; Stratify JCV
Preferred Specimen
Extra SST x2
Testing Location
Referral
Forms
View stratify-jcv-request-updates-referring-laboratories
Collection Information
Preparation
- Antibody testing for MS patients is available from Unilabs Denmark, the patient must be enrolled appropriately before sending any samples.
- Sending clinicians must log onto the Unilabs website to register the specimen.
- Unilabs will provide the unique barcode and their request form.
- This must be completed before sending.
- Please only use barcoded tubes provided.
- Samples are sent to CHL to forward to Unilabs in Denmark.
Contact Information
- Peter Armitage -
New Zealand Business Manager ,
Biogen Idec NZ Limited ,
+64 (0)21939334 (peter.armitage@biogenidec.com)
- Website click here
Processing Information
Registration Code
REF & CFEE
Notes
- Spin Primary red top collection tube for 10 mins, 1800-2000g
- Pipette the serum into the krone cyro aliquot tube
- DO NOT label the aliquot tube with PID or reference numbers. The 10 digit number on the tube is adequate identification
External Referral Information
Referral Location
Canterbury Health Laboratory
Send Away Transport
Aliquot into Unilabs pre-labelled (with a 10 digit number) and barcoded tube. All other aliquot tubes are not acceptable. Send Frozen.
External Lab Website