Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- EDTA Whole Blood
At least 2ml plasma with a viral load of >2000copies/ml
Turnaround Time
14 daysSample Stability
Freshly drawn specimens (whole blood) may be held at 2 to 30°C for up to 6 hoursprior to centrifugation. Plasma samples are stored for 2 years at -20°C.
Cytomegalovirus UL97 sequencing to detect resistance mutations to Ganciclovir and Maribavir.
General Information
In-house Cytomegalovirus UL97 sequencing assay to detect resistance mutations to Ganciclovir and Maribavir.
Patient Preparation
For taking blood samples we recommend that users follow either their local protocols or “The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures”.
The UL97 genotypic resistance request form is available from the following link UL97 REQUEST FORM
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
- EQA Status: QCMD scheme