Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Dry Blood Spot
. Plain urine: At least 500ul
Turnaround Time
3 daysSample Stability
Stored for 6 monthsCongenital 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