Category : TORCH | Code : K3502
Anti-CMV IgG Avidity


Function
CMV (Cytomegalovirus) is a group of herpes viruses that can survive in the human body for a long time. This examination aims to measure the strength of the binding between anti-CMV IgG antibodies and CMV virus to distinguish whether the infection is new (primary) or infection that has occurred since a long time (secondary).
Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
---|---|---|---|---|
Monday - Saturday < 2 pm | 2 days | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 7 days, 2-8⁰C |

Condition
- Not lysate and not lipemic - Done if the Anti CMV IgG results are positive

Method
ELISA

Score Reference
< 0.60: Low Avidity Index 0.60 - 0.70: Intermediate Avidity Index > 0.70: High Avidity Index