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IFA for the qualitative and quantitative detection of IgM antibodies to CMV. Pre-CPE identification provides earlier detection of cytomegalovirus in cell culture. 94-97% sensitivity and 100% specificity vs. traditional cell culture ensures confidence. Detection within 16 hours of specimen collection, weeks before traditional methods.
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Product Details
| Meridian Catalogue #: | CM150 |
| Kit Size | 10 Slides X 10 Wells/Slide Each |
| Shelf Life from date of manufacture | 15 Months |
| Storage Requirements | 2°-8° C |
| Specimen Type | Serum |
| Assay Format | IFA |
| CE Marked | No |
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| Specificity | |
| Hazardous | Harmful – Sodium Azide |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Available Within/Outside USA | Not Available in Europe |
| Suggested CPT Code | 86645 |
| Weight | 1 |
| Results Interpretation |
Fluorescent Positive = 10% or more of infected cells/high-powered field exhibit greenish-yellow whole cell or nuclear fluorescence. Negative = Cells do not appear greenish-yellow but appear red due to counterstain. |