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
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Saturday
Analytic Time
2 - 3 days
Soft Order Code
SO
MiChart Code
CMV DNA by PCR, Other Sources
Synonyms
- CMV
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Viracor
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
The following specimen types are acceptable: Amniotic Fluid, or Vitreous Fluid (2 mL in sterile tube, freeze), Bronchial Lavage (BAL) (2 mL in sterile tube, room temperature), Bone Marrow (1 - 2 mL in EDTA, room temperature), Stool (2 mL in sterile container, freeze), Tissue (moistened with saline, in sterile cup, freeze), and Urine (2 mL in sterile tube, room temperature).
Normal Volume
2 mL fluid
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL fluid
Additional Information
Test sent to Viracor Eurofins
Billing
CPT Code
87497