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CMV DNA, Quantitative PCR

Methodology

Real-Time PCR (RT-PCR)

Synonyms

Cytomegalovirus

Specimen Type

Plasma

Performing Lab

RCHSD Molecular Diagnostics

Epic ID

LAB001369

Lab Test Days

Monday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1-2 Days

Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Lavender (EDTA)

Collection Instructions

Do not collected in EDTA microtainer.

Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 24 Hours; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Rejection Criteria

Heparinized or ACD plasma

Test Volume Required

1 mL Plasma

Minimum Test Volume

0.5 mL Plasma

Processing Instructions

Separate plasma and aseptically transfer plasma within 2 hours of collection to a sterile screw-cap tube. Place specimen in the -70 C PCR bin.