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Test Code CMVIGG Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibody, IgG, Serum

Additional Codes

  • Expanse Test Name: Cytomegalovirus IgG, S
  • Medinet Ref Code: CMVG
  • OV Code: REF*CMVIGG

Performing Laboratory

Reference Laboratory

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

Specimen Requirements

Draw blood in a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated.

 

Unspun specimens must be transported at ambient temperature and arrive to the laboratory within one hour of draw.

Reference Values

Negative:  0.0-0.8 index

Equivocal:  0.9-1.0 index

Positive:  >1.0 index

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Friday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

86644

Additional Information

 

 

Specimen Stability:Refrigerate specimen at 2° C to 8° C for up to 7 days. For prolonged storage, freeze specimen in plastic vial.

 

Caution:  Specimen can only be thawed once.