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CMV PCR

Ordering information:

Part of Herpes multiplex PCR. Swab and CSF samples tested in-house at BHH.

Alternate names:

CMV NAD, Cytomegalovirus NAD, Cytomegalovirus PCR

Laboratory:

Referred Test

Test Code:

HPCR

Specimen types:

Cerebrospinal Fluid
Blood
Urine
Swab
Respiratory samples

Container types:

CSF
Sterile Jar
EDTA
Swab - white top, plain swab, plastic shaft

Collection Instructions:

Store at 4 deg C.

Please note that CMV PCR on an EDTA sample 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.

Notes:

This test is to screen for the presence for the presence of Cytomegalovirus

Frequency:

Twice weekly

Result Turnaround Time:

3-4 days

Laboratory Use Only

Storage Instructions:

Store at 4 deg C

Transport Instructions:

All transplant patients send to VIDRL for CMV Viral Load even if PCR requested.

Specimens tested at Monash -

Swabs (dry or in UTM), Sterile fluids, Respiratory samples, Urine.

Specimens anticoagulated with heparin are unsuitable as heparin inhibits PCR.

All other specimens refer to VIDRL (serum, Plasma (ACD or EDTA)

Laboratory Notes:

Contact Monash Pathology 9594 4532 or if no answer try Bacteriology 9594 4565 as there is someone rostered 24/7

Tested M, W, F

External Laboratory:

Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory (V.I.D.R.L)

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