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CMVG
CMV IGG ANTIBODY TITER BY IFA
CMV Antibody IgG
CMV IGG Antibody
CMV Serology
CMVGE
CMVGT
Cytomegalovirus, IgG
Viral Antibody: Cytomegalovirus IgG
CMV IGG ANTIBODY BY EIA
Cytomegalovirus IgG, Qual
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Test Overview
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Support the diagnosis of Cytomegalovirus infection. The presence of IgG antibody generally indicates past exposure and immunity. The presence of IgM antibody indicates recent infection. Single IgG levels are not useful for supporting the diagnosis of an acute infection. Elevated levels in neonates should be followed up with studies to rule out the presence of maternal antibodies by demonstrating the absence of an IgM response.
NEGATIVE: no detectable IgG antibody to CMV; EQUIVOCAL: presence or absence of IgG antibody to CMV cannot be determined. Another specimen should be sent for analysis; POSITIVE: detectable levels of IgG antibody to CMV. Detectable levels of CMV antibody indicate previous exposure to CMV.
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Specimen Requirements
Collect specimen in an SST (preferred) or red top tube.
Collect specimen in an SST (preferred) or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.
