JC Virus, PCR ( John Cunningham, PCR)

RV0063

Synonym(s):
Specimen Container

​Gel separator tube (Adult)

Microtube (Paeds)

Sterile container

Specimen Requirement

​Plain Blood

Adult: 5 mL

Paediatric: 2 x 1.3 mL


CSF: 1.5 mL

Specimen Storage/Transport

​After normal office hours - to spin and separate the serum, keep specimen in the fridge.

Orderable as Urgent? no
Turn Around Time

​3 days

Testing Laboratory Location

​DMERI@DSO (Defence Medial & Environmental Research Institute)

Laboratory Clinical Diagnostic Services Laboratory
Contact Number

​6394 1352

Day and Time Performed

​Monday to Friday before 3pm

Orderable on CPOE? Yes
Downtime Form

Virology & Serology Tests

Last Updated - 05 Apr 2025