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Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB913
Epic Description:CMV DNA QUANTITATIVE PCR , BLOOD
Synonym
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)-PCR
Specimen Type
blood
Specimen Required
Blood
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred | Lavender EDTA | 6.0 mL | 6.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Centrifuge and aliquot plasma within 2 hours of collection (per BD manufacturer's Instructions). Min volume = 2.5mL. Freeze plasma and transport on dry ice.
This test cannot be added to an existing specimen (or shared).
Aliquot Requirements
2.5 mL plasma
Performing Lab
Ochsner Microbiology Molecular Lab
Assay Frequency
Monday - Friday
Routine Turnaround Time
48 hours, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge, aliquot within 2 hours of collection (min 2.5mL). Freeze plasma.
This test cannot be added to an existing specimen.