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CMV PCR Qualitative (Screen)
Alternate Names
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CMVPCR, Cytomegalovirus PCR, CMV NAD |
Ordering Information
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This test detects Cytomegalovirus DNA. This test is for qualitative CMV PCR and is to screen for the presence of the cytomegalovirus by PCR in all non-blood samples.
For CMV PCR requests on blood, please refer to CMV PCR Quantitative. |
Cerner Test Name
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CMV NAD |
Laboratory
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Referred Test |
Specimen
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Body Fluid CSF Faeces Swab Tissue Urine |
Container
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70ml Sterile Container (yellow top) Faecal Pot (Brown topped) Sterile CSF tube Swab - Viral Transport Media (VTM) |
Minimum Adult Volume
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None |
Minimum Paediatric Volume
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None |
Frequency
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Mon, Wed, Fri |
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Test Code
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CMVP |
Container ID
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CMOL, POT, CM |
Storage Instructions
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Store at 4°C |
Transport Instructions
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Transport at room temperature |
Laboratory Notes
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Instructions for: Heidelberg Specimen Reception
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External Laboratory
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VIDRL (Victorian Infectious Diseases Reference Laboratory) |