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Cytomegalovirus (CMV) by PCR

Source Blood 
Mnemonic

CMVABBC or PLBL

(CAUTION: PLBL label does not show collection requirements)

 
Specimen Requirements 1 x 5 mL lavender top EDTA tube

Do not collect in same tube with any other test. 
Specimen Handling Do not centrifuge.  Must reach Provincial Lab within 6 hours of collection. 
Additional Information Submit completed history form and indicate if transplant or non-transplant patient. 
Testing Location Provincial Laboratory 
Testing Frequency   
Alternate Name(s)  
Reference Interval  


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