CMV IgM *

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Lab Test Details

SIM	LAB957
CPT	86645
Synonyms	Cytomegalovirus IgM; CMV Antibody
Specimen Type	Serum
Container	Gold or Red Top tube
Collection Instructions
Volume	0.5mL; Minimum volume: 0.2mL
Additional Information	Aid in the diagnosis of acute primary infection. IgM responses may persist for weeks to months post infection. Low levels of IgM may be detectable during reactivation of infection.
Patient Preparation	None
Specimen Processing Instructions
Transport Requirements	Room Temperature
Specimen Stability	Room Temp, Refrigerated or frozen 14 days
Rejection Criteria	Hemolysis, lipemia, or gross bacterial contamination
Reference Range	Reference Range accompanies report
Critical Value	None
Test Includes	Detection of CMV IgM antibody
Methodology	CLIA Chemiluminescent Assay
Testing Frequency
LCA	096727
Reviewed By	Rhonda Crowe
Reviewed Date	2/22/23
Supplemental	* Denotes reference lab test