Demonstration of Cytomegalovirus in Semen

Abstract

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS (CMV) infections of the female genital tract are common during pregnancy and probably represent an important source of neonatal infections.^{1 2 3} With recognition of CMV infections of the cervix, it has been speculated that venereal acquisition and transmission of this virus may occur.⁴ Venereal transmission from male to female may reflect CMV infection anywhere within the male urogenital tract.Most congenital CMV infections are followed by a protracted if not a permanent viruria.⁵ Some postnatally acquired CMV infections are also followed by prolonged active excretion of the virus in urine.⁶ In the presence of viruria, semen passing through the male . . .