CYTOMEGALOVIRUS ANTIBODY IGM

Synonyms: CMV IgM
Computer Code: CMVM
Specimen Collection: 2 mL blood (gold top tube preferred, red top tube acceptable).
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge for 20 minutes, refrigerate. Serum must be removed from red top tube.
Reference Values: NEGATIVE. See Addendum XIV interpviralantibodytiters14.pdf
Lab Code: Serology
Requisition: HEP/ VIRUS
Test Frequency: Weekly
Routine TAT: 7 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 86645
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII