Test Code CMVQT Cytomegalovirus (CMV) PCR Quantitative Plasma

Performing Laboratory

ChristianaCare Molecular Lab

Methodology

Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Specimen Requirements

10 mL lavender top EDTA, spun down and plasma poured off within six hours of collection

Specimen Minimum Volume: 3 mL lavender top EDTA

Shipping Instructions: EDTA Plasma should be shipped frozen

Specimen Stability Information: EDTA Plasma frozen – one month

Day(s) Test Set Up

Varies

Report available: 1-4 days