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Cytomegalovirus PCR Qualitative PCR

Order Code
138693
CPT
87496
Test Details
Synonyms

CMV

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Qualitative detection of CMV DNA. Confirms infection.

Specimen Type

CSF or Urine

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated CSF - 7 days Urine
Frozen CSF - 90 days at -20°C Urine - 7 days at -20°C
Order Code
138693
CPT
87496
Test Details
Synonyms

CMV

TAT

8 days

Methodology

Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)

Performing Location

Accredited Laboratory Partner

Testing Frequency

Contact Technical Support

Test Overview

Qualitative detection of CMV DNA. Confirms infection.

Specimen Type

CSF or Urine

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Sterile container

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated CSF - 7 days Urine
Frozen CSF - 90 days at -20°C Urine - 7 days at -20°C