Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD73488Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Cytomegalovirus Antibody (IgG)
Also known as: Cytomegalic Inclusion Virus, CMV IgG Ab, Cytomegalovirus IgG Antibody, CMV Antibody IgG
Clinical Use
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CMV infections are common and usually asymptomatic. In patients who are immunocompromised, CMV may cause severe disseminated disease. CMV may cause birth defects in a minority of infected newborns. CMV IgG antibodies may represent prior exposure or recent infection.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
Cytomegalovirus IgG antibody
AnalyteIgG antibody • Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Grossly icteric
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 4 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
