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 Limitations
If a tissue is sent on saline or another fluid, Qualitative testing will be performed. Test code must be changed to an "SO", Viracor test # 5506
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Saturday
Analytic Time
2 - 3 days
Soft Order Code
VCMVT
MiChart Code
VCMVT
Synonyms
- CMV
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Viracor Eurofins (#5505)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Place fresh tissue in a sterile, screw top container. Do not add water, saline or other fluid media to container. Send to Specimen Processing frozen.
Formalin fixed, paraffin embedded tissue will not be accepted.
Normal Volume
5 mg fresh tissue
Additional Information
Test performed by Viracor Eurofins
Billing
CPT Code
87497
Fee Code
36121