Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by PCR, Quantitative, Oral
Methodology:
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Testing Laboratory:
Laboratory Section:
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by PCR, Quantitative, Oral
Container/Tube Type:
Viral Transport Media (VTM)
Collection Information:
Ensure neonate has had 1 hour or more since last receiving breast milk (i.e., oral care with breastmilk, gavage fed, milk drops, breastfed). (Source: CDC)
Swab area with a viral transport media swab (VTM). (Calcium alignate-tipped swab, wood swab, or transport swab containing gel is not acceptable.) Place swab into container and tighten lid.
Transport Information:
Submit saliva or buccal swabs in viral transport media (VTM) at refrigerated.
Remarks:
Oral sources include buccal swab/smear, saliva, cheek, mouth, and oral mucosa.
Unacceptable Conditions:
Samples collected using eSwabs.
Stability
Refrigerated Stability:
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by PCR, Quantitative, Oral
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CPT Code:
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by PCR, Quantitative, Oral
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