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HelpTest Code LAB3409 Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibodies, IgM and IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
Mayo test code: CMVP
Reporting Name
Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgM and IgG, SUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of acute or past infection with cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Determining prior exposure to CMV
This test should not be used for screening blood or plasma donors.
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CMVM | Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgM, S | Yes | Yes |
| CMVG | Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgG, S | Yes | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Aliquot tube
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
CYTOMEGALOVIRUS IgM:
Negative
CYTOMEGALOVIRUS IgG:
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
86644-CMV, IgG
86645-CMV, IgM
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CMVP | Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgM and IgG, S | 87424-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CMVG | Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgG, S | 13949-3 |
| CMVM | Cytomegalovirus Ab, IgM, S | 24119-0 |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.