CMV QUANT PCR PLASMA(WH)new

Message

SEND OUT/WH

Test Code

CMV

Alias/See Also

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS QUANT PCR

Includes

CMV-DNA, COPIES(wh) CMV-DNA,DETECTION(wh) CMV-DNA,LOG10(wh)

Preferred Specimen

PLASMA

Minimum Volume

2-4 MLS

Other Acceptable Specimens

Urine
Bronchial Lavage
Bronchial Washing
Vitreous Humor
Fluid

Instructions

DRAW 1 EDTA (PURPLE TOP) TUBE. Plasma must be separated within 24 hrs of collection. Refrigerate for up to 5 days stability. Send Refrigerated. 1 ML of EDTA Plasma

Transport Container

PLASTIC TUBE

Transport Temperature

REFRIGERATED

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Unlabeled sample, improper temperature during transport. Wrong sample collection.

Methodology
Roche COBAS 6800 Nucleic acid amplification test

Setup Schedule

1-3 RUNS/WEEK AS NEEDED, VARIABLE ON DAY

Report Available

2-3 WORKING DAYS

Reference Range

Assay can quantitate CMV DNA over a range of 34.5 IU/mL to 10,000,000 IU/mL.

Performing Laboratory
WEST HAVEN CT VA VIROLOGY LAB PHONE #: (203) 932-5711 EXT: 3380 FAX: (203) 937-3893

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.