Test Overview
Test Methodology
Real time PCR
Test Usage
Early detection of CMV reactivation, primary infections, and monitoring response to treatment.
Reference Range *
Not Detected.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Saturday
Analytic Time
24 hours
Soft Order Code
VCMVC
MiChart Code
CMV DNA by PCR, CSF
Synonyms
- CMV DNA by PCR
- CMV
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Viracor Eurofins 5503
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in a sterile tube or cup. Send to Specimen Processing frozen
Rejection Criteria
Whole blood, trap containers, or specimens exceeding 96 hours at ambient temperature.
Normal Volume
2 mL fluid
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL fluid
Additional Information
Test sent to Viracor Eurofins.
Billing
CPT Code
87497
Fee Code
36121
NY State Approved
No