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Test Code CMVU Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Quantitative Real-time PCR (Urine)

Clinical Indications

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) is an important
pathogen in the transplant setting causing pneumonitis, colitis,
hepatitis, CNS disease, neutropenia, and
disseminated disease. Prior to the availability of rapid and
sensitive DNA PCR, CMV was a leading
cause of morbidity and mortality in the transplant population.
Quantitative CMV DNA PCR can be used for
early detection of CMV reactivation,
primary infections, and monitoring response to treatment.

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: CMV QUANT URINE (aka
CMVU)
Sunquest Order Code: CMVU
Epic Px Code: LAB6200

Specimen Collection Type

Random urine

Minimum Collection Volume

0.5 mL

Reference Range

475 IU/mL to 1.88×10^8 IU/mL

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

N/A

Rejection Criteria

Specimens beyond their acceptable length of time from collection
as listed in the specimen stability

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

2 Days

Specimen Stability

Ambient (preferred): 4 days
Refrigerated: 4 days
Frozen: 7 days

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Saturday

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-Mail Outs

CPT Code

87799

LOINC Code

N/A

Test Alias

N/A

Additional Information / Notes

Turnaround time: Same day (within 8 – 12 hours from
receipt of specimen)