Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC61935Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibodies, Qualitative, IgM
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Aid in the diagnosis of acute primary infection
Special Instructions
Acute and convalescent specimens must be submitted on separate request forms.
Limitations
IgM responses may persist for more than 12 months post-infection, and low levels of IgM may be detectable during reactivation of infection. This test is intended for qualitative determination only. The numeric value of the final result above the cutoff is not indicative of the amount of CMV IgM antibody present.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 5126-8
Result Codes
- 24119-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-2 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination; grossly icteric; visible particulate matter
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |