CMV PCR, Blood, Quantitative - OhioHealth Laboratory Services

Methodology

Real-time Reverse Transcription - Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR)

Detection and quantification of cytomegalovirus (CMV) viremia.

Monitoring CMV disease progression and response to antiviral therapy

OhioHealth Laboratory Services- RMH Special Testing

Container/Tube:

EDTA Plasma (purple top)

Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Specimen Preparation: Centrifuge, remove plasma within 24 hrs of collection and refrigerate.

Refrigerated: 6 day(s)

Frozen: 12 week(s)

Monday through Friday 24/7

Saturday and Sunday day shift only

Not Detected