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Cytomegalovirus Qualitative Ocular Humor PCR

Order Code
9913088
CPT
87496
Test Details
Synonyms

CMV

TAT

7 days

Methodology

Multiplex Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

Detects CMV DNA in eye fluid. Used in CMV retinitis diagnosis.

Specimen Type

Ocular Humor

Volume

500 uL

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 7 days
Order Code
9913088
CPT
87496
Test Details
Synonyms

CMV

TAT

7 days

Methodology

Multiplex Real Time PCR

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Tuesday and Thursday

Test Overview

Detects CMV DNA in eye fluid. Used in CMV retinitis diagnosis.

Specimen Type

Ocular Humor

Volume

500 uL

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 7 days