Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Quantitative PCR Blood
| Label Mnemonic: | CMVPCR |
| Epic code: | LAB2227 |
| Order form: | Microbiology/Molecular Infectious Disease Requisition |
| Supply order: | Supply Order Form |
| Billing: | Billing Policies |
| CPT code: | 87497 |
Specimen(s):
Whole Blood
Collection Medium:
 |
| Pink top tube 6 mL (K2-EDTA) |
Testing
Schedule:
Batch analysis performed daily Monday through Friday. Sample must be
received by the Microbiology Laboratory by 1200 for same day testing.
Specimens received on the weekend are analyzed on Monday. For
additional services, contact Clinical Pathology Resident on-call at
pager #3404.
Turn Around
Time:
1-4 days
Reference Range:
Negative
Reportable linear range of 200 - 2,000,000 IU/mL
Positive results less than 200 IU/mL will be reported as "POS <200 IUM" and negative results will be reported as "Negative".
Reportable linear range of 200 - 2,000,000 IU/mL
Positive results less than 200 IU/mL will be reported as "POS <200 IUM" and negative results will be reported as "Negative".
Comments:
Specimens stored at 4°C will be accepted up to 72 hours after
collection.
Testing requires a dedicated tube.
The performance characteristics of this test were determined by the University of Iowa Microbiology and Molecular Pathology Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. The laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.
Testing requires a dedicated tube.
The performance characteristics of this test were determined by the University of Iowa Microbiology and Molecular Pathology Laboratory. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This test is for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research. The laboratory is certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) as qualified to perform high complexity clinical laboratory testing.
Methodology:
PCR amplification
Instructions:
Sample Processing: Centrifuge for 20 minutes at 1600 x g within 4 hours of collection. Aseptically enter the tube and aliquot plasma into sterile tubes. Store at 2-8°C for 72 hours or -20 to -80°C long term. Transport Instructions: Place coolant packs into styrofoam container. Place requisition into outside pocket of bag. Protect specimen by wrapping in bubble-wrap or toweling. Recommend express mail or equivalent if not on courier service.
CPT Code:
87497