CMV IgG & IgM Antibodies
Synonyms
Cytomegalovirus serology/antibodies
Clinical Indications
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Test Includes
Detection of IgG and IgM antibodies to Cytomegalovirus
Request Form
ICE request form
Availability
On request during routine working hours
Specific Criteria
Please give detailed clinical information, including date of
onset/contact with the suspected infection
Turnaround Time
All tests will be performed on the next routine working day
after receipt of the sample
Specimen
Serum, red or gold top (SST) tube
Volume
5 ml
Container
Collection
Samples should be transported to laboratory immediately
Causes for Rejection
Unlabelled sample
Delay in sample reaching laboratory
Reference Range
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Lab Handling
Aliquot and store at 4°C; processed sample stored at -40°C for 3
months from receipt of sample