Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Viral Load PCR
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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Viral Load PCR, Plasma
Test ID: CMVPCR
Test
Method
PCR
Platform
Altona RealStar CMV Rotorgene PCR
Report Includes
Specimens
Plasma (EDTA)
Clinical Utility
Negative results will be reported the same day if specimen is received at performing lab by noon. Positive specimens will be tested the following morning and reported with the viral load. On Fridays the viral load testing will be done without the screen test so that results will be available same day. Test is performed weekdays excluding statutory holidays. Specimens will be screened using a Laboratory Developed PCR. Positive samples will be tested using the Altona RealStar CMV Quantitative PCR to determine viral load.
Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Specimen
Specimens
Plasma (EDTA)
Sample Volume
1 mL
Pediatric Volume
0.6 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate and freeze immediately. Ship on dry ice.
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Performance / Interpretation
Method
PCR
Platform
Altona RealStar CMV Rotorgene PCR
Turnaround Time
3 days
Results
| Name | Units | Reference Range | Conversion Factor | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cytomegalovirus (PCR) | IU/mL |
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Test Location
Laboratory Reference Centre, 237 Barton Street E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2
Test Version
30-Sep-2019
Interface / Setup
Test Version
30-Sep-2019