Methodology
Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR); Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Synonyms
UL54; Cidofovir Resistance Genotyping; UL97; Foscarnet Resistance Genotyping; Ganciclovir Resistance Genotyping; Maribavir Resistance Genotyping; Polymerase and Phosphotransferase; CMV Drug Resistance Genotyping
Specimen Type
Whole Blood or Plasma
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday and Wednesday
Standard TAT
4-7 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
0.3-1 mL Whole Blood
Container Type
EDTA (Lavender-Top) Tube
Collection Instructions
Plasma: 1-2 mL blood collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 8 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Samples containing heparin
Test Volume Required
1 mL Whole Blood or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.3 mL Whole Blood or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Plasma: Store collected whole blood at room temperature and separate plasma from cells within 2 hours of collection. Transfer plasma to sterile plastic screw-cap tubes and store refrigerated or frozen.
Included Tests
Ganciclovir Resistance, Maribavir Resistance, Foscarnet Resistance, Cidofovir Resistance, UL97 Kinase Mutations and UL54 Polymerase Mutation
CPT Codes
87910, 87900 (not genetic)
Revised
11/7/25
Initials
SA