CYTOMEGALOVIRUS DNA VIRAL LOAD
| Synonyms: | CMV DNA Quant by PCR, Plasma; CYTOMEGALOVIRUS QUANTITATION DNA BY PCR, PLASMA |
| Computer Code: | (CMVDQ ) |
| Specimen Collection: | 3 mL blood (lavender (EDTA), pale yellow (ACD) or white (PPT) top tube). |
| Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
| Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Maintain at room temperature. Transport within 24 hours. |
| Reference Values: | Not detected |
| Lab Code: | Microbiology |
| Requisition: | MOL DIAG 09 molecdiagicd9req.pdf#http://09 molecdiagicd9req |
| Test Frequency: | 2-4x /week |
| Routine TAT: | 1-5 days |
| Stat TAT: | N/A |
| CPT Code(s): | 87497 |
| LCD or NCD: | |
| Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |