CYTOMEGALOVIRUS QUANTITATION DNA BY PCR, PLASMA
Synonyms: | CMV DNA Quant by PCR, Plasma |
Computer Code: | (CMVDQ ) |
Specimen Collection: | 3 mL blood (lavender top tube). Pediatrics: 0.5 mL blood (lavender microtainer). |
Minimum Volume: | 0.5-1 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Maintain at room temperature. Transport within 24 hours. |
Reference Values: | Less than 200 IU/mL or 2.3 log IU/mL |
Lab Code: | Microbiology |
Requisition: | MOL DIAG 09 molecdiagicd9req.pdf#http://09 molecdiagicd9req |
Test Frequency: | 1/week |
Routine TAT: | positivity 24 hrs, quantification 1-2 weeks |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 87497 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |