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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) IgM

Test Code:

RV0048

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 5 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

1 - 7 days (Negative report)
1 - 14 days (Positive / Equivocal report)

Reference Value(s)

 

Testing Laboratory Location

SGH

Laboratory

Virology

Contact Number

6394 1352

Day and Time Performed

Mon – Fri: 0800 hrs - 1700 hrs
Saturday: 0800 hrs - 1200 hrs
Test setup every Monday

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

To diagnose acute infection, send acute specimen for CMV IgM and second specimen taken 14 days later for CMV Total antibody on the pair.

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) IgM RV0048
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