CYTOMEGALOVIRUS ANTIBODY IGG

Synonyms: CMV IgG
Computer Code: (CMVG)
Specimen Collection: 2 mL blood (gold top tube preferred, red top tube acceptable).
Minimum Volume: 2 mL
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: Allow to clot, centrifuge for 20 minutes, refrigerate. Serum must be removed from red top tube.
Reference Values: NEGATIVE. See Addendum XIV interpviralantibodytiters14.pdf
Lab Code: Serology
Requisition: HEP/ VIRUS
Test Frequency: 2/week
Routine TAT: 3-4 days
Stat TAT: N/A
CPT Code(s): 86644
LCD or NCD:
Methodology Used:
See Addendum XVII