Test Code CYTOMEGALOVIRUS QUANT (VIRAL LOAD) CMV QUANT (VIRAL LOAD)
Department
Molecular
Specimen Type
Plasma
Method
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Container
EDTA (lavender top)
Special Requirements
Send sample to lab immediately; sample must be spun and plasma removed from cells within 6 hours of collection.
Standard Volume
4.5ml
Minimum Volume
2ml
Pediatric Volume
N/A
Ship Temperature
Refrigerated
Stability Refrigerated
7 days
Stability Room Temp
6 hours
Stability Frozen
6 weeks
CPT Code
87497
Days Test Set Up
Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Group Components
CMV Quant (IU/mL)
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