CMV qPCR (plasma) 5500

Test Code
3040003411


Alias/See Also
1233000009 / VIRACOR test code 5500


CPT Codes
87497

Preferred Specimen
EDTA Lavender Top tube


Other Acceptable Specimens
ACD Tube


Instructions
Centrifuge and transfer 2 mL plasma to sterile, screw top tube.


Transport Temperature
Frozen


Specimen Stability
Can be shipped at Room Temperature or frozen temperature Monday through Friday. Specimens shipped at Room Temperature temperature must be received within 96 hrs. of collection.


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Avoid using gel separator tubes; samples collected in gel separator tubes have increased rate of PCR inhibition.


Reference Range
SEE RESULT REPORT


Performing Laboratory
EUROFINS VIRACOR


Last Updated: August 26, 2026


The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.