Laboratory Test Reference Guide

Laboratory Information

Test Name

Cytomegalovirus serology

Synonyms

CMV serology
CMV IgG Avidity

Specimen Collection

Adult Specimen

Gold or Red tube

Paediatric Specimen

Paediatric Gold or Red tube x2

Instructions for Referral to Waikato Lab

Aliquot instructions

500uL serum

Aliquot Transport

Chilled

Test Information

Department

Virology

Test Availability

Mon - Fri, 0800 - 1630 excl. Public Holidays

Laboratory Turnaround Time

48 hrs

Method

Cobas Pro