CMV Rapid Culture
| Label Mnemonic: | CMVCU |
| Epic code: | LAB7550 |
| Order form: | Laboratory Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 87254 Shell vial |
Specimen(s):
Urine
Collection Medium:
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| Urine |
Minimum:
Urine in a sterile, leak-proof container.
Rejection Criteria:
Stool, rectal swab, eSwab, and CSF samples. Whole blood in Viral
Transport Media. Dry swabs, wood swabs, calcium alginate swabs, and
frozen samples.
Turn Around Time:
1-5 days upon receipt at reference laboratory
Reference Range:
Culture negative for CMV by early antigen test.
Comments:
Cytomegalovirus by PCR is a more sensitive method for the detection
of CMV viremia and central nervous system infections, especially in
the immunocompromised patient.
Methodology:
Cell Culture/Immunofluorescence
Sample Processing:
Submit in sterile transport container.
Sample Storage:
Refrigerate.
Specimen cannot be frozen.
Specimen cannot be frozen.
Transport Instructions:
Place requisition into outside pocket of bag.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.
Transport in cooler with refrigerated coolant packs.