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HelpTest Code CMVPV Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Molecular Detection, PCR, Varies
Ordering Guidance
For plasma specimens order CMVQN / Cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA Detection and Quantification by Real-Time PCR, Plasma.
Necessary Information
Specimen source is required.
Specimen Required
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Body fluid
Sources: Spinal, pleural, peritoneal, ascites, pericardial, amniotic, or ocular
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5mL (T914)
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile, screwcap, 5-mL aliquot tube
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Type: Respiratory fluid
Sources: Bronchial washing, bronchoalveolar lavage, nasopharyngeal aspirate or washing, sputum, or tracheal aspirate
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5mL
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Sterile, screwcap, 5-mL aliquot tube
Acceptable: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Do not centrifuge.
Specimen Type: Genital swab
Sources: Cervix, vagina, urethra, anal/rectal, or other genital sources
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) and ESwabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT, M4, or M5)
Specimen Type: Swab
Sources: Dermal, eye, nasal, saliva, or throat
Supplies:
-Culturette (BBL Culture Swab) (T092)
-M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube: Multimicrobe media (M4-RT) and ESwabs
Collection Instructions: Place swab back into multimicrobe media (M4-RT, M4, or M5)
Specimen Type: Tissue
Sources: Brain, colon, kidney, liver, lung, etc.
Supplies: M4-RT (T605)
Container/Tube: Sterile container containing 1 mL to 2 mL of sterile saline or multimicrobe medium (M4-RT, M4, or M5)
Specimen Volume: Entire collection
Collection Instructions: Submit only fresh tissue in multimicrobe media (M4-RT) or a sterile container with 1 to 2 mL sterile saline
Specimen Type: Urine
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Collect a random urine specimen.
Specimen Type: Bone marrow
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Send bone marrow in original tube. Do not aliquot.
Useful For
Rapid qualitative detection of cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA
This test is not intended for the monitoring of CMV disease progression.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reporting Name
Cytomegalovirus, PCRSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
Ocular Fluid, Spinal Fluid, or Urine: 0.3 mL
Body Fluid (pleural, peritoneal, ascites, pericardial): See Specimen Required
Respiratory Specimens: 1 mL
Tissue: 2 × 2-mm biopsy
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Calcium alginate-tipped swab Wood swab Transport swab containing gel Feces Paraffin blocks Breast milk Heat inactivated specimens |
Reject |
Clinical Information
Infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV) is a significant cause of morbidity and mortality in transplant recipients and other immunocompromised hosts. Specific neurologic syndromes associated with CMV infection include subacute radiculomyelopathy, peripheral neuropathy, and encephalitis.
CMV-associated central nervous system (CNS) disease occurs most commonly in immunocompromised patients. Histologic evidence of CMV infections in autopsy brain tissue was identified in 20% to 40% of AIDS patients. In 2 separate studies, CMV (DNA) was the most common herpesvirus (29/181, 16/49) detected from the cerebrospinal fluid of patients with AIDS.
CNS infections with CMV can also occur in immunocompetent patients. CMV is a leading cause of congenital viral infections worldwide, and laboratory testing by real-time polymerase chain reaction is useful in the diagnosis of neonatal CMV disease.
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
87496
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.