Test Overview
Test Methodology
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Test Usage
This test provides qualitative detection of cytomegalovirus DNA
Reference Range *
Negative
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Limitations
This test is not intended for the monitoring of CMV disease progression.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Sunday
Analytic Time
2 - 4 days
Soft Order Code
CMVPV
Synonyms
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo CMVPV
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Specimen source is required. Collect specimen in a STERILE screw capped container. Send 5.0 mL to Specimen Processing refrigerated. Do not centrifuge
Normal Volume
5.0 mL amniotic fluid
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL amniotic fluid
Storage Temperature
Refrigerated preferred, frozen acceptable
Additional Information
Test performed by Mayo Clinic Laboratories
Billing
CPT Code
87496
Fee Code
AB180
NY State Approved
No