Cytomegalovirus

Cytomegalovirus IgM ELISA

Test name: Cytomegalovirus IgM ELISA

PHEL Order Choice #: N/A

Synonyms: CMV

Submission Form: SRD-1

Program: Virology

Unit: Serology

Use: Diagnostic

Method: ELISA

Platform: Manual

Preferred Specimen Type: Serum

Accepted Specimen Types: Serum

Volume Requirements: 2-5 ml

Storage Temperature: Store samples at room temperature (15-30C) for no longer than 8 hours. If testing is not performed within 8 hours, sera may be stored between 2-8C, for no longer than 48 hours. If a delay in testing is anticipated, store sera at -20C or lower. Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles which may cause loss of antibody activity and give erroneous results.

Transport Requirements: Ship refrigerated specimens on ice packs to maintain 2-8C. Ship frozen specimens on dry ice.

Last Reviewed: 8/7/2023