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Found 1 matches for: CMVQL
Cytomegalovirus (CMV) DNA, Qualitative PCR, Non-Blood Order Code:  CMVQL
Synonyms: CMV PCR, CMV PCR Qualitative
Specimen Type: Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) fluid, Bronchoalveolar washings, Fluids (Non-Blood), Tissue, Bone Marrow
Container Type: Bronchoalveolar specimens or Fluids (Non-Blood) in sterile, leak-proof container or tube. Tissue in Viral Transport Media (VTM). Bone Marrow in light-blue-top (sodium citrate) tube or Yellow-top tube Acid Citrate Dextrose Solution A (ACD).
Required Volume: 4-12 mL Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) fluids, 4-12 mL Fluids (Non-Blood), 5 mm Tissue, 4mL Bone Marrow.
Minimum Volume (Pediatric): 4-12 mL Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) fluids, 4-12 mL Fluids (Non-Blood), 5 mm Tissue, 4mL Bone Marrow.
Methodology: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Standard Run Times: Varies
Turnaround Time: 2-3 days
Special Handling: Transport Refrigerated
CPT Codes: 87496
Causes For Rejection: Bone Marrow in Heparin Tube [Note: Viral culture (Order Code VCUL) can still be done]. Transport time exceeding 72 hours.