HomeLab TestCMV - IgG
Overview
Purpose: To determine if someone has been exposed to CMV in the past (latent infection) or has developed immunity.
Sample Type: Blood sample (serum).
Procedure: Blood is drawn from a...
Risk assessment
For healthy individuals, past exposure to CMV usually does not pose a risk. However, CMV can cause complications for:
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- Immunocompromised individuals (e.g., those with HIV/AIDS or undergoing chem...
Ranges
Normal Range
- Negative (<0.6 AU/mL or <0.9 AU/mL): No detectable IgG antibodies; indicates no past exposure to CMV or possible waning immunity.
- Equivocal (0.6-0.8 AU/mL or 0.9-1.0 AU/mL)<...
Test result interpretation
Interpretation of Results
- IgG Positive and IgM Negative: Indicates past CMV infection, often meaning immunity.
- IgG Positive and IgM Positive: Suggests a recent or active infection.
Sample types
The CMV IgG test requires a blood sample, usually obtained via venipuncture (drawing blood from a vein) from the arm.
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CMV - IgG
Cytomegalovirus - IgG Antibody Detection"
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Sample Type:
blood
Fasting Required:
No
Description
The IgG test measures the levels of Immunoglobulin G antibodies in your blood. These antibodies play a crucial role in your immune system's ability to fight off infections and diseases. By detecting IgG antibodies, the test can indicate whether you have been exposed to certain pathogens in the past or if you currently have an infection.
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