Human Cytomegalovirus (HCMV) is the largest member of the herpes virus family. In immunocompetent individuals, viral infection mostly is asymptomatic and the virus remains latent for the remaining life of the individual. While, in immunocompromised individuals such as transplant recipients, HIV infected individuals and congenitally infected infants, the virus can cause mild to severe disease.Current scenario involves use of antiviral drugs viz. ganciclovir, foscarnet, and cidofovir as a prophylaxis in these individuals. There has been a considerable reduction in both the morbidity and...