Synonyms
CMV antibody IGM (acute), Cytomegalovirus IGM
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
RCHSD Serology
Epic ID
LAB957
Lab Test Days
Tuesday and Friday
Stat TAT
N/A
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Collection Instructions
Avoid hemolysis Draw acute specimen 1-7 days after onset of illness
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate serum. Place specimen in -70 freezer.
CPT Codes
86645
Revised
04-13-16
Initials
SL