Cytomegalovirus IgG & IgM, Serum

This test detects both IgG and IgM antibodies against Cytomegalovirus (CMV). It helps diagnose acute or past CMV infections, which can cause complications in immunocompromised patients, such as organ transplant recipients.

Also known asCmv - Cytomegalovirus Igg & Igm Antibodies Cmv - Cytomegalovirus Igg & Igm Antibodies

Available via

Home Collection, Lab Visit

Contains

5 parameters

Earliest reports in

Same Day

Test details

Cytomegalovirus IgG & IgM, Serum Test in Mangaluru Overview

Preparations

No special preparations needed

Test included
Cytomegalovirus IgG & IgM, Serum includes 5 parameters

  • Cytomegalovirus Igg
  • Result Cytomegalovirus Igg
  • Cytomegalovirus Igm
  • Result Cytomegalovirus Igm
  • Cytomegalovirus Avidity
Frequently Asked Questions

This test detects IgG and IgM antibodies against CMV, a common viral infection that may affect immunocompromised individuals and pregnant women.

This test is recommended for:

  • Pregnant women to assess CMV risk to the fetus.
  • Immunocompromised patients.
  • Organ transplant recipients.

A blood sample is analyzed using ELISA to detect CMV-specific antibodies.

  • Positive IgM: Indicates recent or active infection.
  • Positive IgG: Suggests past infection or immunity.
  • Negative Results: No evidence of CMV infection.

Early identification helps manage CMV risks, especially during pregnancy or in immunocompromised individuals.

Test code

9436

Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
SpecimenVacutainerVolume
SerumYellow Vacutainer.5 ML

Specimen stability information

Serum

Collection instructions

Y(AVIDITY WILL BE REPORTED IF IgG AND IgM BOTH POSITIVE)

Specimen rejection criteria

Test run frequency

Every Day TIME - 06:00

Turn around time

Same Day

Performing locations

Department

  • Eia - Infectious Section

CPT and Loinc codes

Cytomegalovirus IgG & IgM, Serum

1800