Item | Value |
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Test name | Cytomegalovirus culture |
Available Stat? | No |
Turn around times | 1-2 days |
In House Availability | Set up daily. |
Performed by | Microbiology |
Normal range | Negative |
Container type | Urine cup, sterile container |
Amount to Collect | See preferred volumes |
Sample type | BAL, bronchial brush, unfixed tissue biopsy, random urine Note: Order PCR on amniotic fluid, pericardial fluid, vitreous fluid, CSF, and blood as PCR is more sensitive. Order Cytomegalovirus Genotyping on blood if susceptibility testing is indicated |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667