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Cytomegalovirus (CMV), Reflex to Quantitative PCR

Molecular Diagnostics - : DNA

Test ID :
LAB3993
Specimen Type:
Blood (plasma)
Collection Volume:
Blood (plasma): 2 mL collected in a Purple Top- EDTA Tube (0.5 mL minimum)
Cause for Rejection:

Quantity Not Sufficient
Specimen Not Received
Specimen Mislabeled
Specimen Not Labeled
Broken/Spilled in Transport
Hemolyzed
Specimen Clotted
Unacceptable Type or Source Submitted
Wrong Container
Improperly Preserved/Processed
Sample Stored at Incorrect Temperature
Sample Exceeds Holding Time

Storage:
Refrigerated
Availability:
Mon-Fri (7:30-16:00)
Methodology:
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction
Special Instructions:
Upon arrival in laboratory, promptly centrifuge blood specimen tube and send 1.0 mL of the plasma to the Molecular laboratory. Refrigerate.
Lab/Phone:
330-543-8722
TAT:
1-3 days
CPT Code:
87496 if Qualitative result is reported
87497 if Quantitative result is reported
Synonyms:
CMV DNA
CMVR

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