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Aids in diagnosis of active cytomegalovirus infection. Molecular testing is generally preferred.
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#ExistMethodology>
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Cell Culture/Immunofluorescence
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Sun-Sat
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#ExistReported>
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1-5 days
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#ExistSpecRequirements>
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#ExistCollect>Collect: Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA). OR bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL), throat swab, tissue, or urine.
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#ExistSPECIMENPREPARATION>Specimen Preparation: Blood: Transport 5 mL whole blood. (Min: 1 mL) Fluid specimen: Transfer specimen to a sterile container. Transfer 2 mL fluid to a sterile container. (Min: 0.5 mL). Also acceptable: Transfer to viral transport media (ARUP supply #12884). Available online through eSupply using ARUP Connect™ or contact ARUP Client Services at (800) 522-2787. Swab or tissue: Place in viral transport media. Place each specimen in an individually sealed bag.
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#ExistSPECTRANSPORT>Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.
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#ExistRemarks>Remarks: Specimen source preferred.
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#ExistConditions>Unacceptable Conditions: CSF, rectal swab, or stool. Whole blood in viral transport media. Calcium alginate, dry, or wood swabs.
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#ExistStability>Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 2 hours; Refrigerated: 72 hours; Frozen: Unacceptable.
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