Davis's Lab & Diagnostic Tests
Cytomegalovirus Testing
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Synonym/Acronym:
CMV.
Rationale
To assist in diagnosing cytomegalovirus infection.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
Method: Enzyme immunoassay.
| IgM and IgG | Interpretation | |
|---|---|---|
| Negative | 0.9 index or less | No significant level of detectable antibody |
| Indeterminate | 0.91–1.09 index | Equivocal results; retest in 10–14 d |
| Positive | 1.1 index or greater | Antibody detected; indicative of recent immunization, current or recent infection |
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A
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Synonym/Acronym:
CMV.
Rationale
To assist in diagnosing cytomegalovirus infection.
Patient Preparation
There are no food, fluid, activity, or medication restrictions unless by medical direction.
Normal Findings
Method: Enzyme immunoassay.
| IgM and IgG | Interpretation | |
|---|---|---|
| Negative | 0.9 index or less | No significant level of detectable antibody |
| Indeterminate | 0.91–1.09 index | Equivocal results; retest in 10–14 d |
| Positive | 1.1 index or greater | Antibody detected; indicative of recent immunization, current or recent infection |
Critical Findings and Potential Interventions
N/A
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