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Test Code CMVF Cytomegalovirus (CMV), Qualitative in Fluid using Real Time PCR

Clinical Indications

The FDA-modified Alinity m CMV assay is intended for rapid qualitative detection of the cytomegalovirus in CSF or BAL specimens.  This assay is not intended to be used for monitoring of CMV disease progression or in screening for CMV.  This assay is to be used for patients with a clinical history or symptoms consistent with CMV infection.

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: CMV Quant PCR-Fluid
Sunquest Order Code: CMVF
Epic Px Code: LAB7018

Specimen Collection Type

Acceptable Specimens: CSF, BAL

Minimum Collection Volume

1.5 mL Fluid

Collection instructions: Do not centrifuge.

Reference Range

Not Detected

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

This assay is FDA-modified to qualitatively detect CMV.  The limit of detection of the assay is 30 IU/mL (1.48 Log IU/mL).

Rejection Criteria

Any CSF/BAL sample outside of specimen stability.

Samples that do not comply with TUKHS Lab specimen requirements.

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

7 days

Specimen Stability

24 hours room temperature (15-30°C)
7 days refrigerated (2-8°C)

Day(s) Performed

Monday-Friday

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-MOLECULAR MICROBIOLOGY

CPT Code

87497

LOINC Code

33006-8

Test Alias

Cytomegalovirus PCR, qualitative

Additional Information / Notes

N/A