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Test Code CMVPCR CMV by PCR, Quantitative, Blood

Clinical Information

Detection and quantification of cytomegalovirus (CMV) viremia.

Synonym

  • CMVPCR
  • CMV Viral Load
  • CMV PCR

Specimen Required

Preferred Container/Tube: Lavender Top
Acceptable Container/Tube: Lavender Top
Specimen Source: Peripheral blood
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 1 mL (plasma)
Processing Instructions: Centrifuge at 1500g for 10 minutes. Whole blood must be spun down and plasma separated within 6 hours of collection.

Specimen Stability Information

Ambient: 24 hours
Refrigerated: 5 days

Reference Values

<50 IU/mL

Interpretation

This test was performed using a real time CMV PCR assay. The dynamic range for this assay is 50-156,000,000 IU/mL. Results should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical and laboratory.

Method Description

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR)

Performing Lab

Clinical Lab University East

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Report Available

4 days

Reporting Name

Quantitative CMV by PCR

CPT Code Information

87497

LOINC Code Information

72493-0