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Department

Microbiology

Preferred Sample Type

Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) PCR and Guthrie Spots

Suitable Specimen Types

  • Dry Blood Spot
. Plain urine: At least 500ul

Turnaround Time

3 days

Sample Stability

Stored for 6 months

Congenital Cytomegalovirus (CMV) PCR and Guthrie Spots

Patient Preparation

 

  • Collect urine in a clean container and transfer to a 20ml white top sterile sample container.
  • Guthrie Spots can also be tested for congenital CMV and this should be arranged via Birmingham Women's Hospital

Notes

significant results telephoned