Immunohistochemistry Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Test
Short Name: CMV IHC Test
Also known as: CMV Immunostain, CMV IHC
Immunohistochemistry Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹3,000. Uses Immunohistochemistry on Tissue biopsy or surgical specimen samples. Results in Results typically available within 5-7 days after sample receipt.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To diagnose Cytomegalovirus infection in tissue samples, particularly in immunocompromised patients, newborns, or those with suggestive symptoms, enabling appropriate medical management.
- Test Code
- 934
- Price
- ₹3,000
- Sample Type
- Tissue biopsy or surgical specimen
- Result Time
- Results typically available within 5-7 days after sample receipt.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Immunohistochemistry
Sample Collection
Provide clinical history, histopathology report, and site of biopsy as required.
Method: Biopsy or surgical specimen submission
Laboratory Analysis
Tissue sample collected via biopsy or surgical procedure under sterile conditions.
Report Delivery
Sample is fixed in 10% formal-saline or embedded in paraffin and shipped at room temperature.
Timeline: Results typically available within 5-7 days after sample receipt.
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To diagnose Cytomegalovirus infection in tissue samples, particularly in immunocompromised patients, newborns, or those with suggestive symptoms, enabling appropriate medical management.
How to Prepare
- Submit tumor tissue in 10% Formal-saline or Formalin fixed paraffin embedded block
- Ship at room temperature
- Provide a copy of the Histopathology report, Site of biopsy, and Clinical history
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"This test is crucial for diagnosing CMV in immunocompromised patients, aiding in timely treatment to prevent complications like pneumonia or hepatitis."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Insufficient or improperly fixed tissue
- Missing clinical information or histopathology report
- Contaminated or degraded sample
Understanding Your Results
Positive
CMV antigens detected; confirms CMV infection in the tissue, requiring clinical correlation and treatment.
Negative
No CMV antigens detected; suggests absence of CMV infection, but clinical context should be considered.
If you experience symptoms like prolonged fever, sore throat, fatigue, or have a weakened immune system, consult a healthcare provider for evaluation and potential testing.
Limitations
- ⚠Qualitative test; does not quantify viral load
- ⚠Depends on adequate tissue sampling
- ⚠May not detect early infections if antigen levels are low
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minimal risks associated with tissue biopsy, such as infection or bleeding
- ●Standard procedural risks based on biopsy site
Interfering Factors
- ●Improper tissue fixation or processing
- ●Sample contamination
- ●Use of inappropriate antibodies
Compare With Similar Tests
| Test | Immunohistochemistry Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Test | CMV Antibody Test | CMV PCR Test | Tissue Culture for CMV |
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