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HelpTest Code LAB2215 Epstein-Barr Virus Antibody Panel
Additional Codes:
EBV PANEL
Includes:
Antibody to VCA Antigen IgG & IgM; Nuclear Antigen & Early antigen
Collection:
Specimen: Blood
Container: Serum Separator or Plain Red Top Tube
Volume: 6 mL; Minimum 4 mL
Pediatric Collection:
Two Gold or Red microtainers filled to 600 uL.
Storage Instructions:
Specimen may be held overnight at Room Temperature. Refrigerate for storage beyond 12 hours. Serum may be stored for up to 7 days at 2-8C. For longer storage, serum must be frozen at -20 or colder.
Turnaround Time (TAT):
Results reported same day as performed.
Test Availability:
Monday-Friday
Assay:
0.5 ml serum
Request Form:
Routine Laboratory Request Form
Send To:
UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH319 Extension Hospital
Reference Interval:
| Range | Interpretation |
|
< 0.8 AI |
Negative |
| 0.9 - 1.1 AI | Equivocal |
|
> 1.1 AI |
Positive |
AI = Antibody Index
Interpretive Data:
|
Infection Status |
EBV IgM |
EBV IgG |
EBV Early Antigen IgG |
EBV Nuclear Antigen IgG |
|
No previous Infection |
- |
- |
- |
- |
|
Acute Infection |
+ |
+ |
± |
- |
|
Recent Infection/ Reactivation* |
± |
+ |
± |
± |
|
Past Infection |
- |
+ |
- |
+ |