Pathology Handbook

Recent changes for Herpes Virus Multiplex PCR ( BAL and Urine)(Sendaway Test)
Date	Field	Changed From	Changed To
19th June 2026	Optional Container Type	EDTA 4 mL

Alternative Names:

Enterovirus PCR
CMV PCR

Laboratory:

Microbiology

Test Code:

HVM

Medicare rebatable:

Yes

Specimen Types:

Bronchoalveolar Lavage
Urine random

Container Types:

Plain 70mL pot

Adults Volume or Mass:

10 mL

Minimum/Paediatric Volume or Mass:

0.2 mL

Collection & Request Instructions:

Tissue specimens not accepted for testing and need to order HSP (VIDRL)

For quantitative CMV PCR order CMV Viral Load.

For investigation of CMV colitis, a colonic biopsy is recommended. For all other enquires, please contact the Microbiology Registrar.

Transport Instructions:

Room Temperature

Assay Frequency:

Weekdays

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