IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY POLYOMA BK VIRUS SV 40 Test
Test Name: IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY POLYOMA BK VIRUS SV 40 Test
Components: Immunohistochemistry
Price: 500.0 AED
Sample Condition: Submit tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline OR Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block. Ship at room temperature. Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy and Clinical history.
Report Delivery: Sample Daily by 6 pm; Report Block: 5 days Tissue Biopsy: 5 days Tissue large complex: 7 days
Test Type: Disorders of Kidney
Doctor: Nephrologist, Pathologist
Test Department: DNA Labs UAE
Pre Test Information: Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy and Clinical history.
Test Details
The Immunohistochemistry Polyoma BK Virus (SV40) test is a laboratory test that uses immunohistochemistry techniques to detect the presence of the Polyoma BK virus (SV40) in tissue samples. This test is commonly used in the diagnosis of diseases associated with the BK virus, such as polyomavirus-associated nephropathy (PVAN) and other viral infections.
During the test, a tissue sample is collected from the patient and processed for immunohistochemistry staining. The tissue sample is treated with specific antibodies that are designed to bind to the BK virus antigens. If the BK virus is present in the tissue, the antibodies will bind to the viral antigens, producing a visible staining reaction. The presence of BK virus in the tissue sample indicates an active infection or viral replication. This information can help in the diagnosis and management of diseases associated with the BK virus.
The test results are usually interpreted by a pathologist who specializes in analyzing tissue samples. It is important to note that the presence of the BK virus does not necessarily indicate disease or pathology. The virus is commonly found in healthy individuals and may remain dormant without causing any symptoms. However, in certain situations, such as immunosuppression or organ transplantation, the BK virus can reactivate and cause complications.
Test Name | IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY POLYOMA BK VIRUS SV 40 Test |
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Components | |
Price | 500.0 AED |
Sample Condition | Submit tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline OR Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block. Ship at room temperature. Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy and Clinical history. |
Report Delivery | Sample Daily by 6 pm; Report Block: 5 days Tissue Biopsy: 5 days Tissue large complex : 7 days |
Method | Immunohistochemistry |
Test type | Disorders of Kidney |
Doctor | Nephrologist,Pathologist |
Test Department: | |
Pre Test Information | Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy and Clinical history. |
Test Details |
The Immunohistochemistry Polyoma BK Virus (SV40) test is a laboratory test that uses immunohistochemistry techniques to detect the presence of the Polyoma BK virus (SV40) in tissue samples. This test is commonly used in the diagnosis of diseases associated with the BK virus, such as polyomavirus-associated nephropathy (PVAN) and other viral infections. During the test, a tissue sample is collected from the patient and processed for immunohistochemistry staining. The tissue sample is treated with specific antibodies that are designed to bind to the BK virus antigens. If the BK virus is present in the tissue, the antibodies will bind to the viral antigens, producing a visible staining reaction. The presence of BK virus in the tissue sample indicates an active infection or viral replication. This information can help in the diagnosis and management of diseases associated with the BK virus. The test results are usually interpreted by a pathologist who specializes in analyzing tissue samples. It is important to note that the presence of the BK virus does not necessarily indicate disease or pathology. The virus is commonly found in healthy individuals and may remain dormant without causing any symptoms. However, in certain situations, such as immunosuppression or organ transplantation, the BK virus can reactivate and cause complications. |