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