CMVQR – “Cytomegalovirus DNA, Quantitative, Real-Time PCR”

Update to alternate specimen and rejection criteria

Alternate Specimen:

Serum: Red top
Fluid: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or Amniotic fluid in sterile leak proof container.
Plasma: Lavender EDTA, PPT Potassium EDTA

Rejection Criteria:

Heparinized specimens
Serum separator tube (SST)
Eye fluid
Urine
BAL
Yellow ACD