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HelpTest Code LAB654 Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) IgG Antibody to Early Antigen, Serum
Reporting Title
EBV Early Antigen
Methodology
DiaSorin LIAISON®, Chemiluminescence Immunoassay
Qualitative results of EBV antibodies aid in the diagnosis of infectious mononucleosis. Epstein-Barr antibody to early antigen (EBVEA) indicates that EBV is actively replicating.
Note: Of patients with nasopharyngeal carcinoma, type 2 and 3, 94% and 83% respectively, have positive antibody response to EBVEA.
Performing Laboratory
OhioHealth Laboratory Services-RMH Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a gold-top serum gel tube(s). (Contaminated, hemolyzed, or icteric specimen is not acceptable.) Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated.
Note: A speckled-top serum gel tube (s) or a plain, red-top tube(s) is also acceptable.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated | 2 days |
| Ambient | ||
| Frozen | Stable |
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate/Ambient OK/Frozen OK
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday Continuous
Saturday and Sunday Day shift only
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86663