Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC80965Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibodies, IgG With Reflex to IgG Avidity
Clinical Use
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The intended use of this test is to determine the presence of CMV IgG antibody and its avidity.
Special Instructions
If CMV Ab, IgG is positive, samples will reflex to CMV IgG Avidity at an additional charge.
Limitations
This test may produce false-positive or false-equivocal avidity values if the CMV IgG antibody is not detected.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
CMV IgG
ProteinIgG • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
CMV IgG Avidity Index
ProteinAvidity Index • Concentration / Level • Ordinal Score (e.g., TPS, CPS, H-score)
LOINC Codes
Result Codes
- 13949-3
Result Turnaround Time
2-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Gel-barrier tube, red-top tube or serum transfer tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |