Cytomegalovirus Dried Blood Spot EQA/PT Scheme

To assess the performance of laboratories in the detection of clinically relevant levels of human cytomegalovirus (CMV) from dried blood spots.

Total Number of Challenges: 1
Number of Panel Members: 8
Distribution / Testing Period: Q3
Sample NA Target Source Cultured and/or Clinical material
Matrix Panel Format Dried Blood Spots
Panel Member Target Range Covering clinical range
Panel Member Sample Volume 2×50 µl
Panel Sample Pre-treatment Requirement Extraction from dried blood spot.
Panel Analysis Type Qualitative. Quantitative for information purposes only
Panel Testing Evaluated by various molecular methodologies
Storage / Shipment Conditions Ambient
Accreditation / Regulatory Status Accredited to ISO 17043

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