As an adult you establish a unique identity, reach the proverbial midlife crisis, and eventually succumb to old age. In this lesson, learn about the physical, psychological, and emotional changes that take place along this journey. Psychology 103: Human Growth and Development / Psychology Courses.
CMV is a common viral infection, especially among young children. Congenital CMV occurs when the infection is passed across the placenta from a pregnant woman to her developing baby. Some babies with congenital CMV infection show signs of disability at birth, while others are born healthy.
ElecsysÂ® CMV panel. Precise diagnosis of acute CMV infections. Cytomegalovirus (CMV) - also known as human herpes virus 5 (HHV 5) - is one of the worldâs most widespread viruses and is often asymptomatic in healthy individuals. Lab diagnosis of CMV infection, either for screening purposes or if a concrete suspicion exists, is based on the detection of specific IgG and IgM antibodies against the virus.