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HelpCatalog ID Ref CMVQN CMV DNA by RT qPCR, Plasma
CPOE Test Name
Ref CMVQN, Ref CMV DNA Quant PCR
Synonyms
Cytomegalovirus DNA by RT qPCR, CMV viral load, CMV Quant PCR, CMV DNA by RT qPCR
Specimen Type
Plasma
Specimen Requirements
4.0 mL blood; lavendar top (EDTA) tube
Storage and Transport
EDTA plasma stored frozen until ready for transport to Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Reference Range
See reference lab report
Interpretation
Results in UI/mL and log10
Causes for Rejection
Specimens other than EDTA whole blood, refrigerated plasma
Turn Around Time
3-8 business days from time of collection
CPT / HCPCS Code
87497
Performing Lab
Georgia Esoteric and Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, LLC
Methodology
RT qPCR