Book CMV IHC Test | Lahalak Medical Platform
A precise test detecting Cytomegalovirus within tissues, crucial for transplant and immunocompromised patients to ensure early diagnosis and initiate therapy to protect transplanted organs and overall health.
Scientific name: Immunohistochemistry: Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Immunohistochemistry (IHC) for Cytomegalovirus (CMV) uses specific antibodies to detect early and late viral antigens within the nuclei of infected cells in tissue samples. The characteristic nuclear staining demonstrates active viral replication and is the gold standard for diagnosing invasive tissue CMV infection.
Service type
Laboratory Tissue Analysis
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Detailed analysis for cytomegalovirus antigens in tissue samples
- Consultation and interpretation of results with a pathologist
- Personal support services from Lehlek
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not required, as the test is performed on a tissue biopsy sample.
- The biopsy sample must be preserved immediately and correctly in 10% formalin to prevent damage to the viral antigens.
- A complete medical history should be provided, paying particular attention to immune status and any immunosuppressant medications.
- If available, the results of CMV serological or PCR blood tests should also be included.
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