Cytomegalovirus PCR
| Test Name | Cytomegalovirus PCR |
| Alternate Name(s) | |
| Laboratory Module | LAB |
| Ordering Mnemonic |
CMV PCR |
| Specimen Type |
EDTA Whole Blood |
| Collection Container | 5 mL EDTA |
| Container Information |
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| Collection Information | CMV PCR requires Lab approval prior to sending |
| Test Schedule | |
| Routine Turnaround Time | |
| Stat Turnaround Time | |
| Reference Interval | |
| Critical Values | |
| Lab Process Notes |
Ship whole blood at 2 - 8ºC. Minimum volume: 600 uL EDTA Plasma. If transport is delayed >4 hrs, centrifuge blood, separate and freeze 1 mL EDTA plasma. Ship frozen on dry ice.
NGH AND WHGH Send directly to LRC |
| Storage and Transport | see Lab notes |
| Test Referred To | Offsite, Reference Lab |
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