Viral Culture, Rapid, Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Also known as: CMV Culture, Culture, Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Use
Aid in the diagnosis of disease caused by CMV (eg, viral infections, pneumonia, and organ transplant-related disease)
Special Instructions
If a reflex test is performed, additional charges and CPT codes may apply. Submit one specimen per test requested and specify the exact specimen source, such as urine, on the test request form. Indicate a specific test number on the test request form.
Limitations
This culture is specifically for the isolation of cytomegalovirus; other viral agents may not be routinely detected. If a virus other than the specified one is recovered, identification will be carried out, and an additional charge will apply. The client will not be contacted for approval of this charge. Bacterial swab specimens, specimens received in grossly leaking transport containers, dry specimens, or those in expired transport media are examples of causes for rejection.
Methodology
Culture-based
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 5838-8
- 5838-8
Result Turnaround Time
5-7 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Whole Blood
Volume
10 to 14 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Two green-top (heparin) tubes
Collection Instructions
Collect two green-top (heparin) tubes. Transport at room temperature as soon as possible. Do not freeze.
Storage Instructions
Maintain blood at room temperature.
Causes for Rejection
Bacterial swab specimen; specimen received in grossly leaking transport container; dry specimen; specimen submitted in fixative or additive; specimen received in expired transport media or incorrect transport device; inappropriate specimen transport conditions; specimen received after prolonged delay in transport (usually more than 72 hours); specimen stored or transported at room temperature; specimen received frozen; wooden shaft swab in transport device; unlabeled specimen or name discrepancy between specimen and request label
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | Maintain blood at room temperature. |
| Refrigerated | Refrigerate immediately and ship at 4°C. |