Test Overview
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Aiding in the rapid diagnosis of cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections in neonates 21 days of age or younger using saliva specimens
Negative
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
• This test is not validated for sample types other than saliva swab and urine specimens from infants 21 days of age or younger.
• Negative results do not preclude cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection and should not be used as the sole basis for treatment or other patient management decisions
• The performance of this test has not been established for monitoring treatment of CMV infection.
Test Details
2-3 days
Specimen Requirements
Collect and send specimen per swab manufacturer instructions. Send to Specimen Processing frozen
Additional Information
Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories