CYTOMEGALOVIRUS ANTIBODIES (IGG AND IGM)
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: CMVGM
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026240
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026240
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Labcorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Frozen
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL (Note: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Container: Gel-barrier tube is preferred. Red top tube is acceptable.
Temperature: Frozen
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL (Note: This volume does NOT allow for repeat testing).
Container: Gel-barrier tube is preferred. Red top tube is acceptable.
Methods
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Clinical Utilities
CMV infections are common and usually asymptomatic. In patients who are immunocompromised, CMV may cause disseminated, severe disease. CMV may cause birth defects in a minority of infected newborns. Antibody IgG may represent prior exposure or recent infection if there is a significant change in titer between acute and convalescent specimens. An elevated titer of Antibody IgM represents recent CMV infection.
CPT Codes
86644, 86645
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
