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Test Code CMVD Cytomegalovirus (CMV) UL54 & UL97 Genotypic Resistance

Important Note

CMV viral load must be pre-determined as > 1,500 IU/mL or > 5,000 copies/mL. Please refer/order 1033105 CMVP Cytomegalovirus (PCR, quantitative) prior to this testing, if required.

Infectious

Additional Codes

LOINC: 33632-1

Specimen Requirements

Please refer to 1033105 CMVP Cytomegalovirus (PCR, quantitative)

Days and Times Performed

20 working days

Methodology

Polymerase Chain Reaction, DNA Sequencing

Service Code

1033805

Update

Last updated 01/01/2020

Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Molecular Diagnosis Centre, 67724384

Useful For

Mutations in the UL54 gene and UL97 gene of cytomegalovirus (CMV) in affected patients receiving anti-viral therapy. Mutations associated with resistance to ganciclovir, foscarnet and cidofovir are reported.

Reference

An interpretative report will be provided.

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