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Recent changes for CMV Viral Load
This test cannot be performed on the same specimen as for an FBE. A separate EDTA tube is required.
<400 copies per ml can be detected but will be reported without specific quantity
Contact VIDRL 9342 9628
This test can be performed on same sample as other Micro PCR tests (eg EBV PCR, polyomavirus viral load). If unsure, contact Microbiology lab before organising any recollections
CMV Viral Load will be performed on Transplant and Oncology patients.
A dedicated 1 x 4mL EDTA blood tube is required.
Transport to the laboratory at room temperature.
Please note that CMV Viral Load can only be performed on a sample tube which has NOT been used for other testing. For this reason, this test cannot be added to previously collected samples.
This is a quantitative test for the detection of Cytomegalovirus in blood by PCR.
If EMR is not available, Pathology results are available from Auscare. If you do not have an Auscare login,please complete attached form. https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20access.pdf
Instruction on how to use Auscare - https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/Auscare%20instructions.pdf
SPECIMEN COLLECTION MODULE (SCM) FAQs - CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE for a consent form to perform tests not covered by Medicare
CLICK HERE for Minimum Labelling Requirements
For Microbiology Swab Collection https://pathology.easternhealth.org.au/handbook/downloads/microbiology/Microbiology%20Swab%20Specimen%20Collection.pdf
CLICK HERE for a printable Pathology request form
"THE ART OF CCCCOLLECTION"
PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR THE PREFERRED ORDER OF DRAW
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