CMV PCR - Aqueous Fluid CMVPCRAQU

Synonyms

Allscripts (AEHR) Order Name

CMV PCR Aqueous Fluid

Sunrise Clinical Manager (SCM) Order Name

Cytomegalovirus (CMV), PCR - Aqueous Fluid

EPIC Order Name

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Molecular Detection, Quantitative, Aqueous Fluid

Clinical Info

Quantitative CMV DNA PCR can be used for early detection of CMV reactivation, 
primary infections, and monitoring response to treatment.

Specimen Type

Aqueous/Vitreous

Specimen Volume

Container

Sterile Tube

Collection Instructions

Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 2 mL Aqueous Fluid ( 0.5 mL min)
Note: Specimens must be received within 96 hours of draw if Room Temperature
Sample can freeze for longer stability.

Transport Instructions

Room Temperature

Specimen Stability

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)

Days Performed

Monday through Saturday
 
TAT: 1 - 3 Days

Performing Laboratory

Viracor Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics

CPT

87799

PDM

1859711

Result Interpretation

Forms