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
Normal Volume
2 mL fluid
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL fluid
Rejection Criteria
Whole blood, trap containers, or specimens exceeding 96 hours at ambient temperature.
Additional Information
Test sent to Viracor Eurofins.
Billing
CPT Code
87497
Fee Code
36121
NY State Approved
No