Test ID: QG167
Component(s): Q0494 CMV Quant DNA PCR (Plasma) LOINC: 72493-0, Q0495 log10 CMV Qn DNA Pl LOINC: 72494-8
CPT code: 87497
LOINC:
Specimen Type: EDTA
Frequency: 2 – 4 days
Instructions: 1 mL Plasma from Lav (EDTA) tube. Frozen. Min 0.5 mL.
Text: Quantitative detection of CMV DNA in plasma specimens as an aid to diagnosis and management of CMV infections.
Methodology: Real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR)